ER Registered Nurse - PRN Nights

Avem Business Solutions; Fairfax (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Avem Health Partners is seeking an ER RN for Fairfax Hospital in Fairfax, OK. The role involves providing nursing care in an ER setting to a wide range of patients, with leadership responsibilities including supervision of CNAs and LPNs.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, an active Oklahoma RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (TNCC/CEN preferred). At least 2 years of ER nursing experience is expected, with safety-sensitive duties and strong teamwork

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
• Current RN license issued by the State of Oklahoma.
• Current BLS (or obtained within 30 days).
• Current ACLS (or obtained within 30 days).
• Current PALS (or obtained within 30 days).
• TNCC/CEN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers a variety of patient care and special procedures.
• Contributes to the assessment of the patient.
• Participates in the development and modification of the plan of care.
• Implements the appropriate aspects of the patient plan of care.
• Delegates tasks as may safely be performed by others, per policy.
• Provides nursing care rendered directly or indirectly.
• Administers medications per facility policies.
• Communicates with healthcare team.
• Ensures documentation is complete and compliant with regulations.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Team communication

Infection control

Education

RN license (OK)

BLS

ACLS

PALS

TNCC/CEN preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fairfax Hospital - Fairfax, OK 74637 Position Type: PRN Education Level: 2 Year Degree Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Any Job Category: Emergency Room JOB PURPOSE:Under general supervision, provides nursing care in an ER hospital setting to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Any position that has direct patient care is considered to be safety sensitive by Avem Health Partners standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Administers a variety of patient care and special procedures utilizing unique skills/training to this department.
• Contributes to the assessment of the patient.
• Participates in the development and modification of the plan of care.
• Implements the appropriate aspects of the patient plan of care.
• Delegates such tasks as may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
• Provides safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly.
• Administers medications as stipulated by the policies and procedures of the facility.
• Communicates with all members of the healthcare team.
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Evaluates, and regularly re-evaluates the nursing needs of the client; initiates, develops, implements, and makes necessary revisions of the client's plan of care.
• Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and/or other appropriate health professionals as often as needed, changes in the client condition. Ensures documentation reflects.
• Responsible for keeping current in nursing trends and knowledge. Participates in In-service programs as required.
• Must be able to provide clinical supervision to CNAs and LPNs
• Ensure all safety and infection control practices are followed.
• Distributes and documents medications (including narcotics) according to established standards and regulations.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and patient information.
• Ability to think quickly and competently in stressful situations.
• Performing other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

BEHAVIORIAL STANDARDS:

• The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.
• Exhibit positive customer service behavior in everyday work interactions.
• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
• Communicate accurately and appropriately.
• Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.
• Hold self-accountable for professional practice.
• Interact and cope effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness.
• Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care.
• Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals.
• Keep current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and best practices in patient care.
• Assume responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth as well as meeting mandatory education requirements.
• Act as a preceptor as requested.
• Demonstrate excellent work attendance and attend and actively participate in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required.
• Adhere to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.

EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
• Current RN license issued by the State of Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
• Current BLS (or obtained within 30 day of hire).
• Current ACLS (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Current PALS (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
• TNCC/CEN preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years of full-time RN experience in ER or other comparable experience required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Such accommodations must be requested by the employee/applicant to be considered.

This job requires visual abilities, auditory abilities, must be intact to perform duties.

• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Constant standing and walking is required.
• Frequent bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and tugging is required.
• Individual must have the physical strength and agility position patients for all evaluations and procedures.