Registered Nurse - Emergency Room Department - Full Time 72 Hour
About The Position
Coordinates the provision of direct patient care according to Nursing Care Standards. Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and records patient care in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care. Participates in patient teaching and rehabilitation and coordinates discharge planning with other members of the health team. Directs and assists Licensed Practical Nurses, EDTs, and nursing students in rendering care, collaborates with the patient care team, and provides leadership to maintain professional nursing practice standards in the clinical setting. Responds quickly and appropriately to changes in a patient’s clinical condition and demonstrates the ability to function as a charge nurse when assigned. Applies knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan to identify age-specific needs and plan care accordingly. Assists with the treatment and disposition of Behavioral Health patients.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current registered nurse license in Pennsylvania, or eligibility to pass nursing boards within six months of hire.
- BLS certification, or obtain certification within one month of hire.
- ACLS, Arrhythmia Classes, and NIH Stroke Certification, to be obtained within six months of hire.
- Nursing knowledge to assess patients, formulate plans of care, implement and evaluate care, and maintain complete records.
- Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other members of the health care team.
- Ability to perform the position’s essential functions and complete the established orientation process.
- Ability to use the hospital computer system.
- Understanding and commitment to service excellence and performance improvement.
- Demonstrated teamwork, flexibility and adaptability, positive attitude, and accountability.
Nice To Haves
- Emergency Room nursing experience preferred.
- PALS and Critical Care Class preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate direct patient care according to Nursing Care Standards.
- Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and record patient care in accordance with medical and nursing plans of care.
- Participate in patient teaching and rehabilitation.
- Coordinate discharge planning with other members of the health team.
- Direct and assist Licensed Practical Nurses, EDTs, and nursing students in providing patient care.
- Collaborate with the patient care team and provide leadership to maintain professional nursing practice standards.
- Respond quickly and appropriately to changes in patients’ clinical conditions.
- Function as a charge nurse when assigned.
- Identify age-specific needs and plan care based on knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan.
- Assist with treatment and disposition of Behavioral Health patients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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