Job Description
Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the Registered Nurse. Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills. **** SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE ***
** $20,000SIGN ON BONUS option for experienced RNs **
POSITION PURPOSE
The ER Nurse, under supervision of the Nurse Manager and Director, is responsible for the nursing care of the patients in the emergency department and is responsible for the direction of patient care. The RN delivers care based on patient needs appropriate for the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adults, and geriatric patients.He/she demonstrates an interest in patient centered approach to total nursing care.Demonstrates cooperation, flexibility, and resourcefulness when dealing with patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital personnel. The RN shall be responsible for planning, supervising and evaluating the nursing care of patients and for correlating the nursing process, the medical plan of care and policies.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education:Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing as evidenced by verification of state licensure.
Diploma or transcripts must be provided upon hire.
Experience: Hospital or Pre-Hospital experience preferred.
Licenses/Certificates:Current Tennessee or Compact State Registered Nurse license required.BLS certification required upon hire (Red Cross or AHA). ACLS and PALS certifications within 3 months of assignment to the Emergency Department, if not current.
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