ER RN – Night Shift, Fast-Paced Patient Care Leader

Highmark Health Company; Federal Hill (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health's St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department who provides comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process, from assessment to evaluation.

This full-time night shift role emphasizes patient safety and high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. You will lead clinical teams, delegate tasks as appropriate, and participate in interdisciplinary reviews to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current State of PA RN licensure or current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) required.
• Preferred certification in area of specialty.
• CPR certification required.
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 clearances required.
• Current RN License in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Assess human responses and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care or health services.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in department‑specific quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to develop patient care plans according to individual needs.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify appropriate personnel.
• Participate in systematic peer review and seek feedback on practice.
• Promote compassionate communication that is patient and family-centered.

Education

PA RN licensure or eNLC

Job description

Highmark Health's St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department who provides comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process, from assessment to evaluation.

This full-time night shift role emphasizes patient safety and high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. You will lead clinical teams, delegate tasks as appropriate, and participate in interdisciplinary reviews to improve patient outcomes.