Registered Nurse Emergency Department

Intermountain Health

5d•$35 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. The staff RN uses the nursing process, technology, therapeutic interventions, evidence-based practice, and coordination with other health team members to deliver care in the Emergency Department at LDS Hospital. This is a benefits-eligible, full-time position scheduled for 36 hours per week on variable shifts. Licensed RN experience in an Emergency Department and/or a high-acuity setting is preferred; one year of licensed RN experience is required. The RN assesses patients’ physical, social, and psychological status and considers information from patients, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team. The RN collaboratively develops individualized care plans, involves patients and families in care and education planning, and prepares patients for follow-up and support needs. The RN coordinates and delegates care, manages priorities and resources, evaluates patient outcomes and satisfaction, and revises care plans as needed. The role also requires professional conduct, development of others, adherence to legal, ethical, and regulatory standards, practice within licensure, and timely, accurate documentation. The position requires the ability to read and assess information, communicate effectively in emergency situations, operate and handle equipment with precision, use computers, and assist with patient transfers, movement, and transport. The RN may need to lift and carry heavy supplies or equipment, walk, push or pull gurneys and portable equipment, navigate busy rooms, and stand for extended periods.

Requirements

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice.
A valid compact license must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment.
One year of licensed RN experience is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four years of their hire date.
Ability to meet the position’s physical and communication demands, including patient transfers, lifting and carrying supplies or equipment, and operating equipment.

Nice To Haves

Licensed RN experience in an Emergency Department and/or high-acuity setting.
Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ physical, social, and psychological status and evaluate information from patients, families, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members.
Develop individualized plans of care collaboratively using assessment information and critical thinking.
Involve patients, families, the care team, and physicians in care planning and education.
Prepare patients for follow-up care and support needs, including teaching and referrals.
Direct interdisciplinary care through appropriate delegation, coordination, and collaboration.
Provide or delegate care consistent with the plan of care, care guidelines, and professional licensure.
Set priorities and coordinate patient care while managing time, supplies, and resources.
Evaluate patient responses and outcomes, including patient and family satisfaction; revise care plans and reassess as needed.
Promote the nursing profession and participate in the development of others.
Follow legal, ethical, and regulatory standards, work within licensure scope, and provide accurate and timely documentation.