RN - ER (FT Days)

NORTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Harrison, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Emergency Department RN at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC), you will provide professional nursing care using the full nursing process in a high-acuity emergency department. You will deliver rapid, evidence-based, age-appropriate care to patients of all ages, triaging, assessing, treating, and educating patients while coordinating with physicians, EMS, and hospital departments to ensure timely, safe care. The position is based in Harrison, Arkansas, and is full-time on a variable or rotating schedule. Shifts may be 12 hours and may include nights, weekends, and holidays based on department needs. NARMC is a community-focused hospital serving Harrison and the surrounding Ozarks region. It emphasizes compassionate care, clinical excellence, and a supportive team culture. The emergency department offers a teamwork-oriented environment, precepting opportunities, ongoing education, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a community hospital setting. Compensation is competitive, with differentials where applicable; details are discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Current Arkansas Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for a compact RN license.
Active American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications at hire.
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification within 3 months of hire.
PALS or ENPC pediatric credential within 6 months of hire.
TNCC within 12 months of hire.
Ability to communicate effectively with providers, staff, patients, and families.
Proficient English reading, writing, and speaking skills.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of Emergency or Critical Care RN experience; 2–5 years of total RN experience is preferred.
CEN certification.
Strong assessment and triage skills and experience with cardiac, trauma, medical/surgical, and pediatric emergencies.

Responsibilities

Triage and rapidly assess patients, identifying and responding to life-threatening conditions.
Deliver age-appropriate emergency care for cardiac, trauma, medical/surgical, and pediatric cases.
Administer medications and therapies according to protocols; monitor and document patient responses.
Coordinate patient care with ED physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and ancillary departments.
Support and precept EMTs, paramedics, and nursing students within approved guidelines.
Uphold infection prevention standards and emergency department safety practices.
Participate in quality improvement, required in-services, and ED staff meetings.
Communicate with patients and families in a kind, clear, and culturally sensitive manner.

Benefits

Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D at no cost; voluntary life insurance options.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB), accruing based on years of service.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
On-site wellness center and discounted Planet Fitness membership.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.