RN - 19472734

CHI St Lukes Health Memorial Lufkin • Lufkin, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Emergency Room Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. The nurse works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support optimal outcomes for patients in critical situations. The Emergency Room has 24 beds and 3 trauma bays, sees an average of 80–90 patients per day, and has a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4. The team includes nurses, nursing aids, paramedics, and patient sitters, and has access to in-house security and diagnostic resources including X-ray and CT scanning. The department uses the Paragon electronic medical record system.

The role is a night shift from 7 PM to 7 AM, with 36 guaranteed hours per week. The weekend requirement is every other weekend, and the holiday requirement is every other holiday. Self-scheduling is available with multiple shift options.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Emergency Department setting.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and TNCC certifications, and either PALS or ENPC certification.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to emergency patients, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
• Manage and prioritize patient care in a busy emergency setting, including trauma and critical cases.
• Perform necessary procedures and administer medications as prescribed using advanced clinical skills.
• Collaborate with physicians, mid-level providers, and other healthcare professionals in the Emergency Department.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
• Educate and support patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the electronic medical record.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree