Registered Nurse Emergency Department Nights - Shawnee Mission

AdventHealth•Mission, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department conducts comprehensive assessments of patients’ physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors. The nurse develops, implements, evaluates, and revises individualized care plans; administers medications and treatments safely; monitors for adverse reactions; and educates patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care. The role coordinates care with medical staff and ancillary departments, maintains timely and accurate medical records, and continuously evaluates interventions and outcomes. The nurse follows infection-control, safety, and regulatory requirements; provides emotional support; supervises and delegates care; participates in professional development and performance improvement; and responds promptly to code situations. The position is full-time on the night shift at the Shawnee Mission facility.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing.
Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
Organizational and multitasking skills.
Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
Ability to work as a team player within a unit.
Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
EKG knowledge, as applicable to the patient and requirements.
Fluency in English, including reading, speaking, and writing.
Basic computer skills and ability to navigate Microsoft Windows-based programs.
Ability to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patients, evaluate interventions, and revise care plans based on outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
At least 1 year of experience in an acute-care hospital setting.
Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) certification.
Neonatal Medical Certification (NEONATAL MED).
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with OB/GYN specialization (RDMS-OBGYN).
NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program certification.
S.T.A.B.L.E. certification.
Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC).
Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) certification.
Critical Care Registered Nurse - Tele-ICU (CCRN-E) certification.
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC).
Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) certification.
American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) certification.
Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) certification.
Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC) certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments across physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors.
Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies.
Coordinate and optimize patient care with medical staff and ancillary departments through effective communication and teamwork.
Document patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly in the medical record.
Evaluate care plans and interventions continuously and adjust them to improve patient health and outcomes.
Comply with infection-control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and families.
Supervise and delegate care provided by healthcare team members.
Participate in continuing professional development and performance-improvement activities.
Respond promptly and effectively to code situations and provide interventions to stabilize patients.