Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department (Full-Time, Days)

Johnson Memorial Hospital • Franklin, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Memorial Health is hiring a Registered Nurse for its Emergency Department. The nurse assesses patients, establishes care priorities, implements and documents interventions, responds to emergencies, and evaluates patient outcomes. The role also includes patient and family education, discharge planning, coordination of team assignments, support for new staff, and participation in continuous quality improvement. The nurse serves as a resource to visitors, physicians, and staff and carries out all activities in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and Johnson Memorial Health policies and procedures, including Blood and Body Substance Precautions.

The schedule is three 12-hour shifts per week, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with rotating weekends, totaling 72 hours per bi-weekly pay period. A $5,000 bonus is available to eligible external candidates and internal candidates who are new registered nurses; eligibility requires a 24-month employment commitment.

Requirements

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana.
• BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Must complete ACLS or ALS certification during orientation.
• Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course or PALS must be completed within one year of hire.
• PALS certification is required for staff assigned to care for pediatric patients.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record initial assessments and establish priorities based on patient age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
• Systematically reassess patients to identify progress and trends requiring intervention.
• Implement and document timely interventions appropriate to patient needs and recognize and respond to emergencies.
• Make comprehensive nursing decisions based on interpretation of facts and evaluation of patient outcomes.
• Participate in patient and significant-other health education and discharge planning.
• Coordinate team assignments, adjust them based on patient and unit needs, and follow up on delegated care tasks for quality and completeness.
• Use the appropriate chain of command to resolve difficult issues.
• Participate in orientation of new staff.
• Maintain a neat, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participate in the unit’s continuous quality improvement plan.
• Serve as a resource to visitors, physicians, and staff, greeting them promptly and courteously.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Clearly communicate and continuously support Johnson Memorial Health’s Mission and Values.
• Conduct activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and Johnson Memorial Health policies and procedures, including Blood and Body Substance Precautions.

Benefits

• $5,000 bonus available to eligible external candidates and internal candidates who are new registered nurses; requires a 24-month employment commitment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed