RN - 19368054

Mercy Medical Center Merced • Merced, CA

21d

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and have experience working in an emergency room setting.

The unit is a 33-room Emergency Room, including 25 monitored rooms and a triage area with 2 bays. The patient ratio is 1 nurse to 4 patients, and the average patient volume is 210 per day. Shifts are 12 hours, with 36 guaranteed hours per week and an 11 AM start time. Nurses work 2 weekends per 4-week period and 2 out of 3 holidays annually. The unit is Stroke Certified and serves as the base hospital for EMS. Floor-specific orientation will be provided, including up to 6 shifts with a preceptor. Floating outside the ER is not allowed.

Nurses participate in self-scheduling, with the understanding that the scheduler may make adjustments as necessary. Navy blue scrubs are required; scrub jackets must also be navy. Undershirts may be navy, white, or black.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an emergency room setting.
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Cerner experience is preferred; applicants should indicate the facility where Cerner was used on their resume.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Work collaboratively with emergency room staff, including physicians and mid-level providers.
• Maintain accurate patient records through strong documentation and adhere to EMTALA regulations.
• Respond to emergency situations with a calm and efficient approach.
• Participate in self-scheduling while understanding that the scheduler may make adjustments as necessary.

What This Job Offers

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