Emergency Department RN (Part-Time, Evening Shifts)

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Oregon; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute is seeking a registered nurse to collaborate with the healthcare team in an emergency setting, performing comprehensive assessments, creating care plans, administering medications, and ensuring effective discharge planning.

The role requires RN licensure, BLS, and experience in emergency care. Additional certifications like ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale are preferred. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum nine months of RN experience, with at least one year in emergency care or completion of an internship.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a valid RN license and BLS certification.
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and pediatric emergency courses are required or preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic documentation, strong communication skills, and ability to work within professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct multi-system assessments, identify deviations, and reassess throughout care.
• Create and coordinate personalized care and discharge plans, delegate tasks appropriately, and prioritize patient needs.
• Implement care protocols, administer treatments and medications accurately, and respond to emergencies.
• Evaluate patient responses, adjust care plans as needed, and contribute to unit quality activities.

Skills

RN emergency care experience

BLS certification

Electronic documentation

Strong communication skills

Professional standards compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

Role Overview

The registered nurse (RN) collaborates with the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, primarily in an emergency setting. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, developing individualized care plans, executing protocols, administering medications, and ensuring effective discharge planning. The RN utilizes clinical judgment to manage medical and surgical patients, documents care accurately, and participates in quality assurance activities.

Role Overview

The registered nurse (RN) collaborates with the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, primarily in an emergency setting. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, developing individualized care plans, executing protocols, administering medications, and ensuring effective discharge planning. The RN utilizes clinical judgment to manage medical and surgical patients, documents care accurately, and participates in quality assurance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct multi-system assessments, identify deviations, and reassess throughout care.
• Create and coordinate personalized care and discharge plans, delegate tasks appropriately, and prioritize patient needs.
• Implement care protocols, administer treatments and medications accurately, and respond to emergencies.
• Evaluate patient responses, adjust care plans as needed, and contribute to unit quality activities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum nine months of RN experience, with at least one year in emergency care or completion of a relevant internship program.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a valid RN license and Basic Life Support certification.
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and pediatric emergency courses are required or preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic documentation, strong communication skills, and ability to work within professional standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous healthcare experience, a bachelor's degree in nursing or related field, and certifications like CEN or TNCC are advantageous.
• Ability to recognize cardiac dysrhythmias and function effectively within the nursing process is preferred.