Registered Nurse RN-Emergency Department

Good Shepherd Health Care

$100K — $170K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program
  • Current RN license in Oregon
  • ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications
  • Preferred BSN
  • Preferred clinical specialty certifications
  • No prior experience required, but previous clinical experience is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough assessments of patients upon arrival
  • Triage patients based on the severity of their condition
  • Administer medications and emergency treatments as ordered
  • Continuously monitor patients’ vital signs and treatment responses
  • Collaborate with the medical team and support staff
  • Accurately document patient information and treatment plans
  • Educate patients and families on diagnoses and follow-up care
  • Respond to emergency situations such as rapid response calls

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits fully paid by the employer
  • Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus
  • Full-time schedule of 36 hours per week
  • Day shift hours from 7:00am to 7:30pm
  • Work schedule includes weekends and holidays
Full Job Description
Medical, Dental & Vision benefits paid by Employer! Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Wage Range: $48.18 - $81.97 Day Shift Full-time, 36 hrs/ week Schedule: Tues, Fri, Sat/Sun, Mon, Wed 7:00am-7:30pm Holiday B The Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) is responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing medical emergencies. This role involves triaging, assessing, and providing immediate care in a fast-paced environment. ER RNs work collaboratively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver rapid care for a wide range of medical conditions, from minor injuries to life-threatening emergencies. Assesses, delegates, coordinates, and evaluates the nursing care provided. Ensures provision of quality care for selected groups of patients through utilization of nursing process, established standards of care, policies and procedures. This RN is responsible for the direction and supervision of any personnel assigned to them. Responsibilities ulPatient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of patients upon arrival, including vital signs, medical history, and current symptoms. ulTriage: Prioritize patients based on the severity of their condition, ensuring that critical cases are attended first. ulEmergency Care: Administer medications, intravenous fluids, and treatments as per physician orders. Perform emergency procedures like wound care, and splinting. ulMonitoring: Continuously monitor patients' vital signs and response to treatments, adjusting interventions as needed. ulCollaboration: Work closely with the medical team, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and support staff. ulDocumentation: Accurately record patient information, treatment plans, and responses to care in electronic health records (EHR) or paper charts as required. ulPatient Education: Provide patients and families with information regarding diagnoses, procedures, and follow-up care instructions. ulEmergency Response: Respond to rapid response calls, code blue situations, or any critical situation requiring immediate intervention. ulPatient Advocacy: Ensure that the patient's rights, dignity, and preferences are respected at all times while providing care. ulInfection Control: Follow all infection control protocols to minimize the risk of infection for patients and healthcare staff. ulQuality Improvement: Participate in the ongoing evaluation of care quality and suggest improvements in processes or procedures to optimize patient outcomes. ulThe employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures. ulParticipates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum). ulPerforms other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Required: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Preferred: BSN. Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: Current RN license in the State of Oregon. ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC certification required. Preferred: Certifications specific to areas of clinical specialty preferred. Experince Required: None required. Preferred: Previous Clinical Experience. 36 Hours USD $48.18/Hr. USD $81.97/Hr. 01-6230 Emergency Center Day

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