Emergency Room (ED) RN

Aptive•Miami, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN) plays a critical role in providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This position encompasses various units, including the First Encounter Station, Main ED, and each designed to triage, assess, and deliver emergent care tailored to patient needs. The ED RN is responsible for managing patients across a broad spectrum of acute medical, surgical, psychiatric, and trauma conditions, including high-volume cases such as low back pain, chest pain, and essential hypertension, with viral screenings constituting a significant portion of visits.

Requirements

BLS and ACLS certifications accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Unrestricted license to practice nursing in one of the States, Territories, or Commonwealths of the United States or the District of Columbia
Minimum of three (3) years of current nursing experience.
Must have prior ER/Critical Care experience and the ability to function independently in a stressful environment.
ASN accepted; BSN preferred
Education must have been completed at a school accredited by the ACEN or CCNE.

Responsibilities

Patient triage and assessments
Medication administration
Performing and assisting with procedures
IV therapy
Telemetry monitoring
Discharges
External transfers
Delegating to assistive personnel
Electronic medical record documentation
Patient transport
Emergency response procedures
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