Float Pool Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)

Aptive•Decatur, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Aptive Resources is seeking experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to ill and injured veterans at the Atlanta VA Medical Center. The RN will document observations, assessments, and changes in patients’ conditions, collaborate with health team members, and provide a full range of nursing care to patients with various physical and/or behavioral problems. The RN functions both independently and under the guidance of the Nurse Manager or designee. This position will only be a float pool need where nurses will be required to be available for upcoming emergency shifts which could either be days or nights. Shifts will be 12hrs.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted RN license from any state in the United States.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate accredited by the American Heart Association.
Current Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support (ACLS) certificate accredited by the American Heart Association.
Certification of Emergency Nursing (CEN) through the Board of Certifications for Emergency Nurses (BCEN).
Minimum of three (3) years of recent experience in an emergency department or major trauma center emergency room, with no more than a six-month gap in employment in that setting.
Graduate of a professional nursing school approved by the appropriate State-accrediting agency and accredited by ACEN or CCNE.
Strong clinical skills in emergency care settings.
Proficient in inserting and maintaining peripheral and central lines.
Skilled in medication administration and emergency care.
Excellent documentation and communication abilities.
Ability to provide psychological support and handle emergency situations effectively.
Team-oriented with a focus on collaborative patient care.
Ability to complete and successfully pass any required government background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or a Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field, is highly preferred.
Nurses with Acute/Critical Care Nursing (CCRN) certification through the American Association of Critical Care Nurses Certification Corporation (AACN) with ED experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Assume patient care assignments for groups of patients (1:4/1:5 patient load).
Provide comprehensive care to patients with a wide range of physical and psychological diagnoses.
Administer medications (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous) and blood products.
Provide emergency care as indicated.
Insert and maintain peripheral and central lines.
Perform phlebotomy and bedside testing.
Care for patients undergoing operative/invasive procedures.
Manage care for patients requiring special precautions, such as isolation.
Insert and troubleshoot urinary catheters.
Complete and accurate documentation of care in a timely manner according to facility/unit policies.
Collaborate with physicians, residents, and ancillary staff in providing care to patients.
Initiate patient education as prescribed by physicians during discharge.
Provide psychological support to patients as indicated.
Display and promote professionalism and excellent customer service during interactions with patients and their families/caregivers.
Maintain good body mechanics and use safety protective devices to prevent injury.
Demonstrate positive and effective interpersonal skills.
On-call status may be required at the discretion of the Nurse Manager.