ER Registered Nurse – Fast-Paced Critical Care

Dignity Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to perform comprehensive patient assessments, provide direct care, and assist physicians in the ED. The role emphasizes timely documentation, coordination of interdisciplinary care, and education for patients and families.

Qualified candidates will hold a California RN license with ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications. A minimum of six months of Emergency Medicine experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• CA RN license required to obtain licensure upon hire.
• ACLS, PALS and BLS certification must be current upon hire.
• Minimum six months experience in Emergency Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessment and reassessment, including change of shift and hand-off reporting.
• Provide direct patient care and assist physicians with procedures as needed.
• Complete accurate documentation in both computer and handwritten formats.
• Report changes in patient condition to the physician and coordinate care.
• Lead and participate in interdisciplinary care planning and ensure patient/family involvement.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing history

Documentation

ACLS

PALS

BLS

ED experience

Education

CA RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Dignity Health Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to perform comprehensive patient assessments, provide direct care, and assist physicians in the ED. The role emphasizes timely documentation, coordination of interdisciplinary care, and education for patients and families.

Qualified candidates will hold a California RN license with ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications. A minimum of six months of Emergency Medicine experience is preferred.