Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Department | Full Time
About The Position
This is a full-time Registered Nurse position in the Emergency Department. The role involves performing thorough patient assessments, developing individualized care plans, and implementing nursing interventions. Responsibilities include providing age-appropriate care, monitoring patient outcomes, and administering medications. Effective communication and collaboration with physicians, healthcare providers, and the interdisciplinary team are crucial. The position also involves educating and mentoring nursing students and peers, participating in professional development, and upholding standards set by the Idaho State Board of Nursing and the American Nurses Association. Adherence to Joint Commission accreditation requirements, hospital policies, and promoting a culture of safety are essential. The nurse must maintain competency in emergency nursing procedures and protocols, demonstrate professional behavior, and uphold the mission, vision, and values of Gritman Medical Center, while maintaining confidentiality.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Idaho or a compact state.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS/ACLS) certification.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification.
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) or Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN).
- Minimum two (2) years in Emergency Medicine.
- Strong critical thinking and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
- Proficiency in using medical equipment and technology.
- Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN).
- Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN).
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Implement nursing interventions based on patient needs and physician orders.
- Provide age-appropriate nursing care to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Monitor patient outcomes and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Administer medications and treatments safely and effectively.
- Communicate patient status and changes to physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provide patient and family education tailored to individual learning needs.
- Educate and mentor nursing students, novice nurses, and peers.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Uphold the standards set by the Idaho State Board of Nursing and the American Nurses Association.
- Adhere to Joint Commission accreditation requirements and hospital policies.
- Promote a culture of safety by identifying and reporting potential risks.
- Maintain competency in emergency nursing procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrate professional behavior and act as a role model for staff.
- Uphold Gritman Medical Center's mission, vision, and values in daily practice.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with all organizational policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
