Emergency Room Registered Nurse PRN

Proforma Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health in Washington, DC, is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in a Level I trauma center emergency department. You will perform rapid patient assessments, develop and update treatment plans, and administer medications under physician guidance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, patient and family education, ongoing monitoring, and participation in quality improvement and research initiatives to advance trauma care.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking in high-acuity settings.
• Ability to manage complex patient care, medication administration, and monitoring.
• Effective communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary staff.
• Patient- and family-centered education skills.
• Commitment to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform rapid patient assessments and prioritize care needs.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Administer medications and assist with procedures as directed.
• Continuously monitor patient responses and escalate concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support trauma care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and aftercare instructions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support research efforts.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Medication administration

Communication & teamwork

Education & patient coaching

Job description

Role: Provide comprehensive nursing care in a Level I trauma center emergency department.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform rapid patient assessments and prioritize care needs.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Administer medications and perform or assist with clinical procedures as directed.
• Continuously monitor patient responses and elevate concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support trauma care delivery.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and aftercare instructions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support research efforts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking in high-acuity settings.
• Ability to manage complex patient care, medication administration, and monitoring.
• Effective communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary staff.
• Patient- and family-centered education skills.
• Commitment to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.