Emergency Medicine Registered Nurse

Sanitas•Ocoee, FL

40d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to patients ranging from those needing minor treatment to those who are acutely ill at a free-standing outpatient facility providing unscheduled Emergency Medicine Specialty Services. The role supports efficient delivery of high-quality care and access to treatment. The nurse performs triage, patient care, medication management, procedures, monitoring, and discharge activities while collaborating with physicians and other facility staff. The position requires working independently in a fast-paced medical environment and supporting clinic operations, including travel to other market locations as needed.

Requirements

Associate’s degree.
At least 3 years of recent experience in a critical care setting (ICU), including at least 2 years in an emergency room or emergency department; less than 3 years may be considered with an internal recommendation.
Active Florida RN license or compact RN license with authorization to practice in Florida; must convert to a Florida license within 60 days of hire.
ACLS certification.
PALS certification.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform duties in an active medical environment, including standing, walking, teaching, public speaking, pulling, pushing, and lifting.
Ability to stand and work up to a 12-hour shift.
Advanced English proficiency.
RN currently employed by or affiliated with a medical marijuana clinic is ineligible for hire.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience in an ER setting, hospital or freestanding, is highly preferred.
Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

Complete orders for patients ranging from those needing minor treatment to those who are acutely ill.
Triage and discharge patients of all ages accurately and identify patients with critical needs.
Manage medications, including administration, record maintenance, and storage.
Enter patient discharge instructions and prescriptions accurately into computer software.
Perform splinting, dressing applications, and wound care.
Perform EKGs and cardiac monitoring and recognize arrhythmias.
Prepare for procedures according to organizational protocols, including I&D, sutures, pelvic procedures, lumbar punctures, and chest tubes.
Communicate positively with team members and patients.
Delegate duties appropriately to PCCs, lab staff, and radiology staff.
Initiate pre-MD evaluation orders when appropriate to expedite patient care.
Use organizational software to reference patient records and protocols.
Support the Facility Leader and Nurse Operations Manager as a positive team player.
Follow information security policies and the management system, contribute to their effectiveness, and report on their performance.
Travel to other clinic locations, trainings, meetings, and other operational needs as required.