RN Emergency FT Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Bullhead City, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center is hiring a full-time night-shift Registered Nurse for its Emergency Department. The RN works 12-hour shifts in a 24-bed, Level 4 Trauma emergency department and collaborates with other disciplines to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. The role uses the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care; coordinates treatment in accordance with clinical protocols and provider orders; and supports patients and their families in a safe, supportive environment. The department offers a patient-oriented culture, an engaged team, and nurse leadership and development opportunities. The Emergency Department RN rapidly assesses and triages patients, provides emergency interventions and procedures, and helps stabilize patients. The RN also educates patients and families, advocates for patient needs, follows infection-control and safety standards, documents care, participates in compliance and performance-improvement activities, and maintains clinical competency. Western Arizona Regional Medical Center is a 139-bed acute-care community hospital serving the greater Bullhead City area. The hospital has more than 400 healthcare professionals and provides inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic imaging, dialysis, medical, surgical, and emergency services.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute-care setting required.
RN state licensure and/or compact-state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 90 days.
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required within 1 year.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to conduct thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care according to organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Assess patients thoroughly, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document medication administration.
Assist physicians with procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities as appropriate.
Advocate for patients' rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection-control protocols and promote a clean, safe environment in accordance with National Patient Safety Goals.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, such as IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Make responsible decisions about planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education promptly and thoroughly in the medical record.
Maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations through professional development.
Rapidly assess and triage patients to determine severity and prioritize care.
Conduct emergency procedures such as intubation, wound care, and suturing.
Stabilize patients through interventions such as medication administration, starting IV lines, and respiratory support.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.