REGISTERED NURSE, Emergency Dept @ the NORTH VALLEYS FED, Full Time Nights$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS

UHS•Reno, NV

5h•Onsite

About The Position

ER at North Valleys provides 24/7 emergency care in a convenient setting. As a full-service emergency room, the facility is capable of treating life-threatening injuries as well as less urgent issues. At this facility, a skilled team of emergency-trained physicians, nurses, imaging and laboratory staff deliver the same high-quality care as our hospital ER. The ER features a wide range of capabilities and technology, is easily accessible, and has ample parking. This ER Registered Nurse opportunity is full time, offers full benefits and a convenient night shift schedule. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will provide professional nursing care within the Emergency Department; coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Communicates with ED physicians regarding changes in patient’s status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

Requirements

Current NV RN License
Current BLS Certification
Current ACLS Certification (within 6 months of hire)
Current PALS Certification (within 6 months of hire)

Nice To Haves

Two to three years experience in the emergency department
Two to three years critical care experience
Extensive EMS background experience

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients and the general patient population
Uses triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients. Accurately assigns triage categories.
Ability to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results.
Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.