Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Advocate Health•Wadesboro, NC

7d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides emergency department nursing care using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The role engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to support outcomes. The nurse promotes safety, evidence-based practice, ethical decision-making, and integrated, unbiased patient care; may administer medications, treatments, and therapies; delegates appropriately; and maintains accurate, timely electronic health record documentation. The position is PRN for the Emergency Department on the day shift. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served. The role requires a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, an active RN license or compact privilege to practice in the relevant state(s), and Basic Life Support certification. Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience is required. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. The position involves frequent physical activity and may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective equipment must be worn as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency in computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push/pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
May be required to complete Physical Abilities Testing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and foster team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.