Registered Nurse-Emergency Department, Per-Diem Days

Cape Fear Valley Health; Dunn, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department on a per-diem days schedule. The RN will plan and implement professional nursing care, assume charge nurse duties as assigned, and coordinate care with the ED team.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree in Nursing, with NC RN licensure or compact state licensure and is proficient in English with strong communication and organizational skills to support acute patient care needs.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current NC RN license or compact state licensure.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) preferred or required as specified.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient care needs and plans care using assessment data.
• Administers medications as ordered by physician.
• Provides charge nurse responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintains patient care records accurately and timely.
• Ensures a safe environment and collaborates with health system staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Organization & leadership

Age-specific care knowledge

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor's in nursing preferred

NC RN license or compact

Job description

## Registered Nurse-Emergency Department, Per-Diem DaysApply: BJH: Part time: Posted Yesterday: 39994**Facility**Betsy Johnson Hospital**Location**Dunn, North Carolina**Department**Emergency Department**Job Family**Nursing**Work Shift**Days (United States of America)**Summary**Registered Nurse, RN plans and implements professional nursing care for patients in accordance with hospital policies. Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**# **Major Job Functions**The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:* Assesses the patient and identifies patient care needs* Uses patient assessment information to organize appropriate patient care* Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates patient care* Facilitates a safe environment* Maintains required competencies* Functions as charge nurse as assigned* Maintains an accurate and relevant record of patient care* Administers medication as ordered by physician* Recognizes life threatening situations and responds appropriately* Establishes collaborative interdisciplinary relationships with other Health System staff and medical staff* Monitors the quality of care based on pre-established outcome-oriented indicators* Actively participates in cost containment and assists in accurate charging for patient services* Adjusts care based upon age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs of patients* Supports patients in the practice of their cultural and spiritual beliefs within limits of medical regimen* Other duties as assigned# **Minimum Qualifications**The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:## **Education and Formal Training**:* Associates Degree in Nursing or equivalent required* Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred* Current licensure in North Carolina as a Registered Nurse or Compact state licensure## **Work Experience**:* None## **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**:* Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language* Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills* Verbal and written skills required* Demonstrates effective organizational and leadership skills* Has knowledge of the age-specific physiological and psychosocial, developmental and spiritual needs of the patients typically served## **Physical Requirements**:* Speech and auditory acuity for communication of patient needs* Visual acuity for observation of patients* Much standing, walking, bending, and lifting* May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material* Must be able to lift 35 pounds**Required Licenses and Certifications**BLS - American Heart Association, RN - Board Of Nursing