Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - Er/Ed

Emergency Department (ED) RNs must be ready to care for patients when they need us most. In addition to providing specialized and innovative services, we need our ED RNs to be equipped to handle an array of emergency situations for patients of all ages. Emergency Department (ED) nurses are trained in dealing with a variety of trauma situations requiring quick and decisive actions. Ideal prospective ED RNs must be able to quickly and accurately assess incoming patients with both physical and mental health conditions and be able to prioritize their injuries and medical needs accordingly.

Role Information

• Registered Professional Nurse currently registered to practice in New Jersey State.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical competence and leadership traits (e.g. decision-making ability and skills in problem-solving, communication, priority-setting, and interpersonal relationships) with a minimum of one year of clinical nursing practice as a medical/surgical nurse, preferably in an acute care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development through attendance at continuing education programs and participation in professional/organizational committees.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) is required; ACLS is required both from AHA.
• General Duties Work in collaboration with physicians to provide patients with care, education, and support.
• Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.
• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
• IV insertion, phlebotomy skills, conscious sedation, critical–care experience
• Two years of the following experience is required: Emergency room experience is required. BLS, ACLS required. TNCC and PALS preferred

Responsibilities:

• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients
• Diagnose and establish patient treatment plans
• Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior
• Communicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care
• Educate patients about health maintenance and disease prevention
• Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities
• Maintain accurate patient medical records
• Provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in nursing or other medical fields
• Familiarity with medical software and equipment
• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment