Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (ED)

NavitasPartners•Sitka, AK

12h•$99,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Coordinate and deliver nursing care for patients of all ages in the Emergency Department Work independently while following provider orders, nursing standards, and hospital policies Make independent clinical decisions during assigned shifts Maintain accountability for all nursing actions Supervise and delegate tasks to CNAs and Technicians Remain calm and exercise sound judgment in emergent situations

Requirements

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license (Alaska or other U.S. state)
Alaska RN license required prior to start (direct hire must have applied)
BLS required at hire
ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire
TNCC required for Emergency Department nurses
High school diploma or equivalent
Clinical Competency within 3 months of hire and every 3 years
High Risk Competency within 3 months of hire and annually
Strong knowledge of nursing care principles and emergency nursing practices
Ability to recognize and respond to emergent and life-threatening conditions
Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, effects, and complications
Proficiency with medical and emergency equipment (defibrillators, monitors, ventilators, etc.)
Ability to assist with emergency procedures (intubation, arterial lines, ABGs, etc.)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and provide leadership
Ability to implement evidence-based nursing interventions

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical nursing experience preferred
Prior Emergency Department or specialty experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide safe, therapeutic, and efficient care using appropriate infection control practices
Prioritize patient care based on acuity, preferences, and changing clinical conditions
Anticipate complications and respond to emergencies and changes in patient status
Administer age-specific medications and treatments accurately
Utilize and demonstrate proper use of medical and emergency equipment
Initiate actions to prevent, reduce, or correct patient risks
Facilitate healing through individualized, goal-oriented, evidence-based nursing care
Explain tests, procedures, and disease processes to patients and families
Provide emotional, psychological, and educational support to patients and families
Evaluate patient progress and revise care plans as needed
Ensure confidentiality of patient information
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments through interview and observation
Complete thorough admission assessments and nursing databases
Interpret age-specific patient needs (pediatric, adult, geriatric)
Review labs, diagnostics, charts, and interdisciplinary input
Identify nursing diagnoses and patient limitations, including psychosocial risks
Develop, implement, and document individualized plans of care
Transcribe and execute physician orders accurately
Document reassessments, patient observations, and outcomes
Provide accurate shift handoff reports
Educate patients and families to promote understanding and coping
Evaluate effectiveness of patient and staff education
Participate in patient care conferences as needed
Develop and implement educational programs, in-services, and learning aids
Provide discharge education and instructions
Maintain required certifications (ACLS, PALS, TNCC/ATCN, NRP as applicable)
Complete all mandatory training, competencies, and skill validations
Utilize opportunities for ongoing staff education
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
Provide constructive feedback to staff
Assist with orientation of new staff, travelers, and students
Guide and mentor staff in clinical decision-making and skill development
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards
Act as Contact RN when assigned and lead unit activities
Float to other units as needed to support nursing services
Attend and participate in at least 50% of staff meetings
Participate in unit goal setting and performance improvement
Maintain certifications, licensure, and annual competencies
Comply with scheduling guidelines and dress code
Address unresolved issues with Nurse Manager or leadership
Follow Human Resources policies for employee concerns