Emergency Department RN Nights

St Joseph Hospital Nashua • Nashua, NH

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse is a vital member of the patient care team and delivers direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in assigned areas. The RN performs admission assessments, using appropriate techniques to gather past medical history, current medical status, vital signs, laboratory results, x-rays, and other diagnostic test information. The RN also participates in planning and implementing a written care plan under the direction of a Physician.

The role includes assessment, medication administration, communication and documentation, maintaining patient confidentiality, supporting patient safety, and interacting positively with patients and team members. The RN respects patients’ cultural, lifestyle, religious, and age differences when planning or implementing care, and accepts and responds positively to constructive feedback.

Requirements

• Graduate from an approved School of Nursing.
• At least 3 years of experience required.
• Current New Hampshire RN License required, or eligibility to obtain one.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• PALS certification required.
• CPI certification required.
• Able to perform standard assessments using basic equipment.
• Able to meet visual acuity and hand-eye coordination requirements.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Clinical experience preferred.
• Membership in a professional nursing organization preferred.
• Certification in a specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in assigned areas.
• Perform admission assessments and gather past medical history, current medical status, vital signs, laboratory results, x-rays, and other diagnostic test information.
• Participate in planning and implementing a written care plan under the direction of a Physician.
• Administer medications.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Meet established patient-safety standards.
• Interact positively with team members and patients, respecting patients’ cultural, lifestyle, religious, and age differences when planning or implementing care.
• Accept constructive criticism and respond positively to feedback.
• Provide holiday coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level