Registered Nurse Emergency Services Nights

Andalusia Health; Andalusia (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department. This role involves providing direct patient care in a high-acuity setting, utilizing the nursing process for quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include triaging patients, administering medications, and documenting care. Candidates must have an Associate's degree in nursing, valid RN license, and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.

A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Join us to serve the community with high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license or compact state equivalent is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform triage and prioritize patient care based on acuity.
• Conduct age-appropriate assessments and reassessments of all patients.
• Administer medications and manage critical drips.
• Document care and treatment accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and families about care plans.

Skills

Emergency nursing protocols

Interpreting ECGs

Managing IVs

Operating emergency equipment

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Graduation from an accredited Nursing Diploma program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

$15,000 Sign on Bonus

Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department provides direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity emergency care setting. The RN utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation to provide safe and effective care for patients across the lifespan. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and contributes to quality outcomes through clinical excellence, compassionate service, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs triage and prioritizes patient care based on acuity
• Conducts age-appropriate assessments and reassessments of all patients
• Administers medications, performs procedures, and manages critical drips
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures in the emergency department
• Monitors hemodynamic status and interprets cardiac rhythms
• Documents care, treatment, assessments, and education accurately and timely
• Applies infection control and sterile technique practices consistently
• Educates patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions
• Collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team for optimal care delivery
• Responds calmly and professionally in high-stress, life-threatening situations

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of emergency nursing protocols, trauma care, and critical interventions
• Skilled in interpreting ECGs, managing IVs, and operating emergency equipment
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations and multitask effectively
• Proficient in EMR systems and clinical documentation tools
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Demonstrates professionalism, clinical judgment, and a commitment to continuous learning

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Graduation from an accredited Nursing Diploma program accepted

Licenses/Certifications

• Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required within time frame stated in facility policy
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification required within time frame stated in facility policy
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred or required within time frame stated in facility policy
• Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) preferred

Experience

• Emergency nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Demonstrated ability to function under pressure and respond effectively to critical situations