ED Registered Nurse (PRN)-2

Tyvan LLC•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse provides immediate, comprehensive care to patients experiencing acute medical conditions or emergencies. The role includes caring for patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatrics, and requires age-appropriate education and emergency procedures to stabilize patients. The nurse collaborates with physicians and other healthcare staff, oversees support personnel, advocates for patients and families, and contributes to infection prevention, ongoing training, and quality improvement.

Requirements

Two years of emergency room experience.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current licensure with the State Board of Nurse Examiners for the applicable state.
Educational preparation appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, and emergency procedures for stabilizing patients of all ages.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Compassion and understanding when caring for patients in crisis.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds using good body mechanics.
Ability to frequently stand, walk for up to 8 hours, and perform frequent bending and twisting.

Nice To Haves

Current BCLS/CPR certification.
Current ACLS certification.
Current PALS or ENPC certification.
Current TNCC certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough head-to-toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations upon patient arrival to determine the severity of each condition.
Assign triage categories so patients receive care according to the urgency of their conditions.
Provide emergency care to neonates, children, adults, and geriatric patients according to established protocols and guidelines.
Administer medications accurately using the five rights of medication administration: right patient, medication, dose, route, and time.
Oversee Emergency Room Technicians and other support personnel to promote collaborative, efficient workflow.
Communicate with patients and families about procedures and treatment plans, providing emotional support and education.
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.
Participate in ongoing training, professional development, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
Validate clinical skills listed in the orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.