Emergency Room RN: Fast-Paced Care & Critical Patient Impact

Jenkinsmedicalcenter; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jenkinsmedicalcenter in the United States is seeking an experienced RN for our Emergency Department. The RN will provide direct and indirect patient care, perform assessments, start IVs, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates hold an Accredited RN degree and a GA RN license, with 2+ years of ED experience preferred, plus BLS; ACLS and PALS credentials or timelines; CPI

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Current RN license in the State of Georgia.
• Minimum of two (2) years of ED experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification or within 3 months of employment.
• PALS certification within 6 months of employment preferred.
• CPI training to be completed within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial assessments, take vital signs, and monitor patient conditions, reporting changes to charge nurse.
• Assist with emergency procedures, wound care, and dressing changes.
• Start IVs, hang/monitor/discontinue IV fluids, and administer medications within the nursing scope of practice.
• Administer and monitor medications in accordance with physicians’ orders.
• Evaluate patient progress and report changes in condition.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient status, symptomatology, and diagnostic results.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation in the medical record with CPSI access.
• Review discharge instructions with patients and families.
• Assist in maintaining a stocked and clean department.
• Respond appropriately in high stress and fast paced environments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

RN

ED experience

BLS

ACLS

PALS

CPI training

Education

RN program graduate

Job description

Jenkinsmedicalcenter in the United States is seeking an experienced RN for our Emergency Department. The RN will provide direct and indirect patient care, perform assessments, start IVs, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates hold an Accredited RN degree and a GA RN license, with 2+ years of ED experience preferred, plus BLS; ACLS and PALS credentials or timelines; CPI