RN ER FT Nights

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Lufkin, TX

About The Position

Woodland Heights Medical Center is hiring a Registered Nurse for its Emergency Room on a full-time night shift. The RN provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating and delivering high-quality care according to clinical protocols and provider orders. The nurse collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes while maintaining a compassionate environment for patients and families. Emergency Services responsibilities include rapid assessment and triage, emergency procedures such as intubation, wound care, and suturing, and interventions to stabilize patients, including medication administration, starting IV lines, and respiratory support. The RN also performs other assigned duties, maintains reliable attendance, and complies with applicable policies and standards. The position requires authorization to work in the United States for any employer and is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) required.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with 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 administration according to practice standards.
Assist physicians during 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 medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection-control protocols and promote patient safety, including maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Make responsible decisions when planning and delegating care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education promptly and thoroughly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current standards and regulations.
Rapidly assess and triage emergency patients to 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.
Perform other duties as assigned, maintain regular and reliable attendance, and comply with policies and standards.