Registered Nurse

Tyvan LLC

About The Position

An Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN) provides immediate and comprehensive care to patients experiencing acute medical conditions or emergencies. The role includes assessing patients of all ages, determining the urgency of their conditions, delivering emergency care, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare staff to implement patient care plans. The nurse also supports patients and families through communication, education, and advocacy; oversees support staff; and contributes to infection control, ongoing education, and quality improvement.

Requirements

Two years of emergency room experience.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current licensure with the State Board of Nurse Examiners for the applicable state.
Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Educational preparation appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients presenting to the emergency center, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, and emergency procedures for stabilizing patients of all ages.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds using good body mechanics.
Ability to stand frequently, walk for up to 8 hours, and perform frequent bending and twisting.
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Compassion and understanding when working with patients in crisis.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Current BCLS/CPR certification.
Current ACLS certification.
Current PALS or ENPC certification.
Current TNCC certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough head-to-toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations of patients upon arrival, determining the severity of their condition.
Assign triage categories so patients receive timely care according to the urgency of their conditions.
Provide emergency care to neonates, children, adults, and geriatric patients in accordance with established protocols and guidelines.
Administer medications accurately according to the five rights of medication administration: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, and right time.
Oversee Emergency Room Technicians (ERTs) and other healthcare personnel to support a collaborative and efficient workflow.
Communicate with patients and families, explain procedures and treatment plans, and provide emotional support and education.
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development, attend staff meetings, and engage in quality improvement initiatives.
Validate clinical skills outlined in the orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.