ER Nurse: Fast-Paced Triage & Critical Care Expert

Adventist Health Sierra Vista; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking a qualified RN to deliver ED nursing care for patients from newborns to geriatrics, including triage, treatment, and discharge planning with precise documentation.

Requires ASN or equivalent; at least one year of acute care experience; active RN license in California; BLS/ACLS/PALS; TNCC within 6 months of hire. Collaborative with the ED team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• One year of acute care experience required.
• Current RN license in the state of practice required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• TNCC required within 6 months of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in the ED for patients from newborns to geriatrics.
• Perform triage assessments and notify ED physician of abnormalities.
• Review and complete patient orders promptly.
• Educate patients on medication side effects and include in discharge instructions.
• Recognize cardiac or respiratory distress and intervene as needed.
• Administer medications and manage IV therapy and catheters.
• Interpret ECG rhythms and manage life-threatening events.
• Document care legibly and timely.
• Collaborate with ED team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Professional development

Education

Associate Degree (A.S.) or equivalent

One year acute care experience

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking a qualified RN to deliver ED nursing care for patients from newborns to geriatrics, including triage, treatment, and discharge planning with precise documentation.

Requires ASN or equivalent; at least one year of acute care experience; active RN license in California; BLS/ACLS/PALS; TNCC within 6 months of hire. Collaborative with the ED team in a fast-paced environment.