ED RN - PRN DAYS & NIGHTS

Lawrence Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR, seeks an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse to provide professional care and assume accountability for ED patients, following the nursing process in collaboration with the health team. You will triage safely and accurately and prioritize care based on patient needs and flow.

You will communicate changes in patient status to ED physicians and respond promptly to evolving conditions or responses to treatment, working with initiative and

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RN license in Arkansas.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• ACLS/PALS/NIHSS within 90 days.
• TNCC within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional care for ED patients following the nursing process.
• Triage safely, rapidly, and accurately.
• Communicate patient status changes with ED physicians.
• Respond quickly to changes in condition or treatment.

Education

RN license in Arkansas

Job description

Job Summary:

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse is to provide professional care while assuming responsibility and accountability for a group of Emergency Department patients, by providing direct and indirect care through the continued utilization of the nursing process in collaboration with other health team members. Provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility, and responsibility with a minimum of supervision. To triage safely, rapidly, and accurately, every patient that enters the emergency care system. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Communicates with Emergency Department physician about changes in patient’s status, symptomatology, and results of diagnostic studies. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

Job Education, Licenses/Certifications, Knowledge & Experience:

Must hold a valid and active license in good standing as a RN in the state of Arkansas. Must have BLS upon hire. ACLS/PALS/NIHSS within 90 days. TNCC within 1 year.

Lawrence Healthcare complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources, [e-mail]

The health and safety of our employees, residents, and patients is a priority. To this end, Flu vaccinations will be a condition of employment with the exception of an approved accommodation. Vaccines are offered free of charge.

Lawrence Healthcare has designated this position as safety sensitive.

Lawrence Healthcare participates in E-Verify.

Lawrence Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.