ER Night Shift RN — Fast-Paced Acute Care (7p-7a)

Assurance Healthcare Staffing; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Kentucky is seeking a qualified nurse to provide comprehensive patient care in the emergency department. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of emergency department experience, possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and obtain Handle with Care certification within six months. The position involves a night shift schedule (7 PM to 7 AM, three times a week) and requires effective communication with patients and healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Emergency Department experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.
• Handle with Care certification must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit.
• Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care for patients.
• Administer medication and document care given.

Skills

ED experience

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Handle with Care Certification

Job description

Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and/or Nursing Unit Director, perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit or department. Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy. Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education.

Essential Functions:

Identifies existing and potential problems and seek or implement appropriate solutions.

Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administermedication. Documents patient care given.

Provides nursing care through planning, organizing, and facilitating the nursing function for assigned patients.

Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.

Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Schedule:

7p-7a 3x a week

Must-Haves:

• MUST HAVE 1 YEAR OF ED EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED
• Basic Life Support (BLS)-Required. PALS
• Handle with Care Certification within 6 months