RN - 19320224
HCA LewisGale Medical Center•Salem, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) for our Salem, VA location. The Emergency Department has 27 beds and a staff of 50 RNs and 25 Medics. The day shift typically includes a Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, and 2-3 Medics, with additional RNs joining at 11 AM and 3 PM. The night shift includes a Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, and 2-3 Medics. Patient ratios are generally 4-6:1. The department utilizes EMR - Meditech for record-keeping. We are looking for candidates who are relaxed, easy-going, friendly, team-oriented, and respectful.
Requirements
- Completion of 2-3 travel assignments.
- 2-3 years of Emergency Room experience.
- BLS certification.
- ACLS certification.
- PALS certification.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in high acuity Emergency Rooms.
- Experience in fast-paced environments with high patient volume.
- Experience with patient ratios of 5:1.
- TNCC certification.
- ENPC certification.
- NRP certification.
- NIH Stroke Scale certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in the Emergency Room.
- Manage patient care with ratios of 4-6:1.
- Administer Sepsis interventions.
- Follow stroke protocol with tPA administration.
- Care for psychiatric patients.
- Handle transfers to other facilities (EMTALA).
- Perform Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI).
- Assist with central line placement.
- Work weekends, requiring four weekend shifts within a four-week scheduling period.
Benefits
- Scrub colors: navy blue or white.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
