Emergency Department (ED) RN

TieTalent; Dozier (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Alabama seeks a dedicated registered nurse to oversee patient care in a dynamic environment. The role involves comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, and leadership within the nursing team. Candidates must possess an Associate's degree and relevant certifications, demonstrating a commitment to high standards of nursing care.

Qualifications

• Must have current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Alabama.
• BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS certification within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assumes principal responsibility for total care of assigned clients.
• Supervises other licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel.
• Provides health care training and education to clients/families.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Ability to function effectively in stressful situations

Leadership qualities

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Description

The registered nurse assumes principal responsibility for the total care of assigned clients in the respective unit. This nurse is responsible for assessment, reassessment, establishment of nursing diagnoses, formulation of the written plan of care, implementation of care, and evaluation of care. The nurse initiates health care training and education to the client/family as required while supporting and fostering the goals of Andalusia Health and the Department of Nursing. The registered nurse demonstrates awareness of ongoing needs of the unit and provides leadership and direction to other team members to maintain optimal standards of nursing care. The position is accountable for supervising other licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel in the assigned units. Flexibility in scheduling and the ability to work all shift patterns, including weekends and holidays, are required to ensure continuity of care and appropriate nursing coverage for the patients of Andalusia Health across all units. The registered nurse provides care considering age-specificity and diagnosis for the entire patient population.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Associate's degree required

Required Skills: Ability to function effectively in stressful situations. Verbal communication skills to present information and ideas related to nursing theory and practice. Ability to accept responsibility and accountability in providing, delegating, and coordinating nursing care on assigned units, demonstrating leadership qualities. Must have the cognitive and practical ability to deliver nursing care appropriate to the patient population, considering age and diagnosis, with full implementation of the nursing process including assessment/reassessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Licenses: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama

Additional requirements include BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire and ACLS certification within 6 months of employment.