Registered Nurse - Head Nurse - Emergency Department

Aura Health; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in West Memphis, AR seeks a Head Nurse to oversee patient care within a busy nursing unit. You will provide clinical leadership, coordinate daily operations, and collaborate with medical staff to uphold quality standards and dignity for patients.

Responsibilities emphasize using the nursing process, guiding staff, reviewing diagnostics, and participating in performance evaluations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related clinical setting.
• Computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and review diagnostic data relevant to patient conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement change.
• Guide and intervene during life-threatening situations.
• Assess the effectiveness of interventions and outcomes.
• Implement innovative processes to enhance patient outcomes.
• Participate in leadership activities such as coaching, staffing, and performance evaluations.
• Support healthcare delivery improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively in patient care and team collaborations.
• Promote lifelong learning and professional development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Diagnostic data interpretation

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Summary

The Head Nurse oversees patient care, staff management, and daily operations within a nursing unit. They utilize the nursing process to make clinical decisions, partnering with patients and families to promote health and preserve dignity. The role involves providing clinical leadership, ensuring continuity of care, and collaborating with leadership to meet organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and review diagnostic data relevant to patient conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement change.
• Guide and intervene during life-threatening situations.
• Assess the effectiveness of interventions and outcomes.
• Implement innovative processes to enhance patient outcomes.
• Participate in leadership activities such as coaching, staffing, and performance evaluations.
• Support healthcare delivery improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively in patient care and team collaborations.
• Promote lifelong learning and professional development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a related clinical setting.
• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS preferred.
• Computer literacy required.