Emergency Department Registered Nurse (Per Diem)

Lrhcares; Littleton (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plans

Generous earned time off

Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Lrhcares is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department in Littleton, NH. This role involves direct patient care and teamwork to deliver high-quality service and patient satisfaction.

Successful candidates will have clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting, work under the Clinical Director of Critical Care Services, and require specific certifications like ACLS and PALS.

The position supports a comprehensive benefits package to ensure work-life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• National certification strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the Emergency Department.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families regarding care plans.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science preferred

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire

Tools

ACLS certification

PALS certification

TNCC certification (within 1 year of hire)

Job description

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Littleton, NH, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 2507

Salary Range: $36.24 To $55.60 Annually

LITTLETON REGIONAL HEALTHCARE

POSITION SUMMARY

JOB TITLE:

Registered Nurse

FLSA:

Exempt

Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT:

Emergency Department

GRADE:

SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Our mission is to provide patients with the highest possible quality of healthcare within an atmosphere of genuine caring. This includes recognition of the importance of quality customer service to patients, visitors, and staff. The Registered Nurse displays sensitivity and empathy to the needs of patients, visitors and members of the Littleton Regional Healthcare staff. The Emergency Department Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to all patient types appropriate to the Emergency Department.

Summary of Major Function

Under the direction of the Clinical Director of Critical Care Services, the Emergency Department RN assumes responsibility for a patient assignment on the Emergency Department. The RN utilizes and acquires knowledge of current and best practices in patient care. The RN retains the responsibility for the direction and guidance of ancillary personnel activities within the unit. The RN works to support the 5 pillars of excellence: people, quality, service, finance and growth.

The RN understands and adheres to all LRH and department specific policies and procedures as well as to the practice standards set forth in the New Hampshire Nurse Practice Act. This position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Littleton Regional Healthcare and demonstrates a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public and coworkers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND WORK ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports and contributes to the mission and vision of Littleton Regional Hospital with a continuous focus on excellence in customer service and patient care delivery.
• Establishes and maintains a professional relationship with patients, visitors, staff, physicians and the community.
• Assures confidentiality of patient information at all times.
• Assesses personal learning and professional growth needs and seeks educational opportunities to meet those needs.
• Performs other duties as needed within the scope of practice in support of departmental and institutional needs and requirements.
• Adheres to LRH, department and compliance policies, procedures, regulations and laws.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND WORK ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Employs written policies and procedures according to the Littleton Regional Healthcare Nursing Department
• Completes assigned applicable nursing competencies in a timely manner
• Able to manage multiple priorities
• Attends unit staff meetings
• Participates in annual performance appraisal of self with Nurse Manger in a timely manner
• Provides complete and accurate charting of care and interventions provided to facilitate high quality of care across the patient continuum
• Provides education to patients and their families
• Works to include the patient and family in plan of care for patient
• Works as a team with other members of Emergency Department to ensure that patient supplies are charged for in a timely manner
• Exhibits excellent customer service to both external and internal customers
• Works consistently to improve the customer experience
• Participates in orientation of new personnel
• Floats and/or is cross trained to work in other areas of LRH
• Recognizes educational needs and facilitates professional growth
• Participates in in-house educational programs
• Participates in and promotes environmental safety
• Performs independently and functions in a professional manner

CLINICAL: PROFESSIONAL/SELF GOVERNANCE

• Attendance of monthly staff meetings
• Cross training to appropriate areas
• Unit Matrix Responsibilities, including Mock Codes, Mock Traumas and Review/Follow-up of events

REPORTS TO: Clinical Director of Critical Care Services

SUPERVISES: A Registered Nurse directs, by licensure, all nursing activities performed by ancillary staff assigned to the unit. Numbers supervised varies according to patient census and acuity.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience/Specialized Skills:

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Hampshire
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Bachelor of Science preferred
• 1-2 years previous clinical nursing experience in acute care setting preferred
• National certification strongly encouraged

Required Education/Course(s)/Training:

ACLS

PALS

TNCC (Obtained within 1 year of hire)

Preferred Certification/Registration:

CEN

ENPC

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

See Physical Demands worksheet

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans (403(b) and/or 457(b)) with employer match eligibility
• Generous earned time off (ETO) and paid holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Wellness programs and additional employee resources

Benefit eligibility and offerings may vary based on employment status and position.