Registered Nurse - Emergency - Mid-Shift - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Forrest City Medical Center•Forrest City, AR

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Forrest City Medical Center is a 118-bed acute care facility serving Eastern Arkansas. The Emergency Registered Nurse evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements, and documents nursing care. The role assists physicians during examinations and procedures, performs patient tests, and administers medications within the registered nurse’s scope of practice. The nurse promotes patient independence by establishing care goals and teaching patients and families about conditions, medications, and self-care skills. The role relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, performs a variety of tasks, and calls for creativity and latitude. It typically reports to a manager or head of a unit or department. This is a full-time mid-shift position from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, 36 hours per week. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to new hires who commit to 18 months.

Requirements

Registered nurse licensure to work in the State of Arkansas.
Associate degree in nursing.
ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required within 90 days of hire.
Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate assigned patients and plan, implement, and document nursing care.
Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
Perform patient tests and administer medications within the scope of registered nurse practice.
Establish patient care goals and teach patients and families about conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
Use experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.