ED Registered Nurse

Overview

As a part of Nutex Health, one of our newest locations will soon be opening in the West Little Rock area, and we are going to need to Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN) whose role will be crucial in providing immediate and comprehensive care to patients experiencing acute medical conditions or emergencies.

Shifts Available: 12-hours; Day or Night Shift

Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough head-to-toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations of patients when they arrive, determining the severity of their condition.
• Triage: Assign triage categories to ensure timely care based on the urgency of each patient's condition.
• Emergency Care: Provide care to patients of all ages, including neonates, children, adults, and geriatrics, following established protocols and guidelines.
• Medication Administration: Administer medications accurately while adhering to the five rights of medication administration (right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time).
• Supervision: Oversee the work of support staff such as Emergency Room Technicians (ERTs) and other healthcare personnel, ensuring a collaborative and efficient workflow.
• Patient Advocacy: Communicate effectively with patients and their families, explaining procedures and treatment plans to provide emotional support and education.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians and other healthcare staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Infection Control: Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.
• Continuous Education: Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities, attending staff meetings, and engaging in quality improvement initiatives.

Position Requirements:

• Two years of emergency room experience.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Licensure with the State Board of Nurse Examiners for their state.
• Current BCLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and TNCC preferred.
• Educational requirements appropriate for meeting the age-specific needs of patients presenting to the emergency center, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, including emergency procedures required for stabilizing patients of all ages.
• Validate clinical skills outlined in the orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Personal Attributes:

• Team Player: Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Empathy: Demonstrate compassion and understanding while dealing with patients in crisis.
• Critical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Emergency Room: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person