ER Nurse Leader: 24/7 Emergency Care Innovator

DCH Health System; Dutton Place (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join the Emergency Department team. The role involves leading clinical care, supervising licensed and non-licensed staff, and coordinating patient-focused care plans in a fast-paced ED environment.

Responsibilities include assessing patients on admission, educating patients and families, and participating in performance improvement activities to enhance safety and outcomes. On-site positions require strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current approved Alabama Board of Nursing RN license or multi-state license required or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider training required.
• BSN preferred, minimum Associates required
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
• ACLS and PALS or TNCC as indicated for various ED roles.
• Pediatric and neonatal care credentials may be required depending on campus.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates and directs quality, compassionate care by maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and creating positive therapeutic relationships with patients/families.
• Supervises LPNs, PCAs, and other non-licensed staff; delegates nursing care per patient needs.
• Assesses condition on admission and ongoing basis, including physical, psychological, social, and discharge planning needs.
• Coordinates care planning with patient, family, providers and other disciplines to achieve patient-centered outcomes.
• Participates in transition rounds, care planning and PI activities; supports changes for improvement.
• Performs initial and annual competency checks per job class.
• Adheres to DCH standards and policies; maintains safety and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical assessment

Team coordination

Education

BSN preferred

Associates required

RN license

Job description

DCH Health System is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join the Emergency Department team. The role involves leading clinical care, supervising licensed and non-licensed staff, and coordinating patient-focused care plans in a fast-paced ED environment.

Responsibilities include assessing patients on admission, educating patients and families, and participating in performance improvement activities to enhance safety and outcomes. On-site positions require strong communication and teamwork.