RN - 19488633

Mercy Medical Center Redding • Redding, CA

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About The Position

The Emergency Room Registered Nurse works in a 28-bed emergency department with four fast-track beds and two trauma bays. The department sees an average of 155 patients per day, with common diagnoses including trauma, stroke, pediatric and psychiatric patients. The nurse-patient ratio is 1:4. The unit uses Cerner and has a charge nurse who does not take patient assignments, one EMT per shift, and a mid-shift EMT performing technician duties. Hospitalists, intensivists, pharmacy, and respiratory therapy are available onsite 24/7.

The schedule includes 12-hour shifts. Day shifts run from 6 AM to 6 PM; mid-shift start times vary between 9 AM and 3 PM; night-shift start times vary between 4 PM and 7 PM. Self-scheduling is based on seniority, and shifts are made available at least two weeks in advance. The position has a call requirement of one day per month, with the possibility of increased call based on team rotation. Floor-specific orientation consists of 2–3 shifts. Candidates must take a proctored dysrhythmia test onsite on their first day; it is pass/fail. Nurses do not float and remain within their assigned unit. Holiday requests for time off will be considered but are not guaranteed.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a high-volume, high-acuity emergency room or Level II trauma setting.
• ACLS certification.
• BLS certification.
• PALS certification.
• NIHSS certification.
• COVID vaccine required.
• Pass a proctored dysrhythmia test onsite on the first day.

Nice To Haves

• TNCC certification.
• High-volume, high-acuity emergency room or Level II trauma experience.
• Ability to lead and enhance teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in a high-volume, high-acuity emergency room.
• Work as part of the emergency department team to support teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in the assigned shift schedule and call rotation.
• Remain within the assigned unit; floating is not required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed