Emergency Department Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Two years of emergency room experience.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Licensure with the State Board of Nurse Examiners for their state.
• Educational requirements appropriate for meeting the age-specific needs of patients presenting to the emergency center, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, including emergency procedures required for stabilizing patients of all ages.
• Validate clinical skills outlined in the orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Nice To Haves

• Current BCLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and TNCC preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough head-to-toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations of patients when they arrive, determining the severity of their condition.
• Assign triage categories to ensure timely care based on the urgency of each patient's condition.
• Provide care to patients of all ages, including neonates, children, adults, and geriatrics, following established protocols and guidelines.
• Administer medications accurately while adhering to the five rights of medication administration (right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time).
• Oversee the work of support staff such as Emergency Room Technicians (ERTs) and other healthcare personnel, ensuring a collaborative and efficient workflow.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, explaining procedures and treatment plans to provide emotional support and education.
• Work closely with physicians and other healthcare staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities, attending staff meetings, and engaging in quality improvement initiatives.