Rn Emergency Department - Prn Req#:191471

Competently functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Practice is characterized by predominantly interdependent decision-making. Practice is problem focused, but patient centered in the manner care is provided. Able to manage unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population. Serves as a resource for nursing staff. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise on his/her clinical unit.
DUTIES

• Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients.
• Executes physician's orders for all assigned patients; administers medications and treatments and delivers population specific competent nursing care in accordance with UTHSCT's policies, procedures, and standards.
• Performs and reports Point of Care testing.
• Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching.
• Respects and supports patient rights. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.

• Must possess and maintain a current RN license or compact RN license to practice in Texas.
• Must possess and maintain current CPR Healthcare Provider.
• 2 years RN experience.
• 1 year RN experience in an ER setting.
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC preferred at hire.
• Behavioral Health experience preferred
• EMR experience