Emergency Services Nurse

CommonSpirit Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 167,998,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Benefit program

Job summary

Arizona General Hospital Mesa is seeking an Emergency Services Nurse to lead assessments, develop and evaluate nursing care plans for acutely ill adults in a fast-paced ER. You will triage, administer meds, document care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians, technicians and staff to ensure timely interventions.

This role requires critical thinking, excellent communication, composure under pressure, and adherence to hospital protocols, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Registered Nurse licensed in AZ (Arizona).
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients and provide stabilizing care across ages in the ER.
• Administer medications and treatments; monitor patient progress and document care.
• Educate patients and families on health management; advocate for patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, technicians and staff to ensure timely interventions.

Skills

Triage

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Leadership

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse: AZ

BSN (preferred)

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Tools

Electronic Health Records

EHR systems

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As our Emergency Services Nurse at Arizona General Hospital - Mesa, you will take a leadership role in assessing patient/family health problems and resources, and developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive nursing care plans. This position provides professional nursing care and interventions to acutely ill adult patient populations across all ages, from young adults to geriatrics, within a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Every day you will triage patients, assess their condition, and administer medications and treatments, collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, technicians, and support staff to ensure timely and critical interventions. You will meticulously monitor patient progress, educate patients and families on health management, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with hospital protocols. Serving as a patient advocate, you will quickly adapt to changes in patient conditions (e.g., lab results, vitals), utilize the SBAR format for physician notification, and perform nurse-to-nurse reports, all while balancing patient needs with comfort.

To be successful in this role, you need strong critical thinking skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure while delivering high-quality care. Basic computer skills, the ability to recognize your scope of practice, seek multidisciplinary collaboration, and assume accountability for decisions are essential for this dynamic role, which involves heavy physical demands.

• Use emergency triage protocol to intake, discharge or admit patients
• Deliver stabilizing care to emergency patients of all ages as part of the larger ER team, adapting care to changes in patient’s condition as needed
• Use knowledge of cultural differences to provide patient care that is sensitive to and consistent with cultural values, beliefs, and customs
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize and adapt to changes in patients condition (i.e. Lab, vitals, signs and test values) in a timely and clinically appropriate manner
• Delegate tasks based on the needs of the patient, potential for harm, patient stability, task complexity, and outcome predictability within the scope of skill set and practice

Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.

*Job Requirements**Required*

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Registered Nurse: AZ
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support

*Preferred*

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing
• One (1) year acute care experience

Where You'll Work

*[Hello Humankindness](https://hellohumankindness.org/)*

Where You Will Thrive. Where You Will Make a Difference. Where Collaboration Amplifies Care.

At AZ General Hospital Mesa, you're not just joining a team – you're becoming a vital part of a community's well-being. As a 50-bed non-profit facility, we're dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare to Mesa and its surrounding communities. Every day, you'll see the direct impact of your work, whether it's comforting a patient, collaborating with a colleague, or innovating solutions that improve lives.

Our commitment to excellence is further strengthened through our close collaboration with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, expanding our capabilities and offering a broader spectrum of patient care experiences and professional development opportunities.

But your impact extends even further. We are a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network means unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference on a grander scale, impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are driven by a commitment to social justice, passionate about health equity, and eager to contribute to new, innovative ways of delivering care within a highly collaborative environment, then look no further.

This isn't just a job; it's a calling, and you belong right here with us. Come build a fulfilling career where your values align with your work, and your contribution truly matters.

Where You Will Thrive. Where You Will Make a Difference. Where Collaboration Amplifies Care.

At AZ General Hospital Mesa, you're not just joining a team – you're becoming a vital part of a community's well-being. As a 50-bed non-profit facility, we're dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare to Mesa and its surrounding communities. Every day, you'll see the direct impact of your work, whether it's comforting a patient, collaborating with a colleague, or innovating solutions that improve lives.

Our commitment to excellence is further strengthened through our close collaboration with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, expanding our capabilities and offering a broader spectrum of patient care experiences and professional development opportunities.

But your impact extends even further. We are a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network means unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference on a grander scale, impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are driven by a commitment to social justice, passionate about health equity, and eager to contribute to new, innovative ways of delivering care within a highly collaborative environment, then look no further.

This isn't just a job; it's a calling, and you belong right here with us. Come build a fulfilling career where your values align with your work, and your contribution truly matters.

*Pay Range*

$35.00 - $58.63 /hour