Registered Nurse Emergency Center

Merrimack Health; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack Health is seeking an Emergency Center RN to deliver patient care under Nurse Manager leadership. The role emphasizes nursing process, age-specific needs, and adherence to hospital policies.

Requirements include a BSN, Massachusetts RN licensure, and relevant certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC). ASN with BSN/MSN enrollment may be considered with CNO approval, and new grads have a six-month certification deadline.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Massachusetts RN licensure required.
• Service-specific credentials, certifications, and experience as specified.
• ASN with enrollment in BSN/MSN program may be considered with CNO approval.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, ENPC, and TNCC; new grads must obtain within six months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care following nursing process and age-specific requirements.
• Document care and relay information to physicians, other disciplines, and community agencies.
• Act as liaison between patients, physicians, and hospital staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

BSN

ASN with enrollment in BSN/MSN program

Job description

Under the direction and leadership of the Nurse Manager, the Emergency Center RN is responsible for the delivery of patient care through knowledge of the nursing process and age-specific requirements and by following departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Qualified candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively document care, delegate assignments, relay information, make referrals, and act as liaisons between patients, physicians, other hospital disciplines, and community agencies.

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current Massachusetts licensure.
• Service-specific credentials, certification, and experience as specified.
• ASN with enrollment in a BSN/MSN program or equivalent service line experience may be considered with CNO approval.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, or ENPC, and TNCC (New Graduates, as part of the New Graduate Program, must obtain theabove Certifications within six months of the hire date).