Registered Nurse or RN, Emergency Department or ED

Advocate Health; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. This role involves comprehensive patient care, collaboration with healthcare teams, and participation in quality improvement initiatives. Candidates must hold a valid RN license and BLS certification, with at least one year of clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license issued by the practicing state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Recognize and respond to significant changes in patient conditions.
• Implement safety strategies and assess patient learning needs.
• Coordinate discharge planning with an interdisciplinary team.
• Evaluate outcomes and support process improvements.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Care Planning

Leadership

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Valid RN license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Completion of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse or RN, Emergency Department or ED

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Position Overview

This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care in the Emergency Department, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. The nurse collaborates with healthcare team members, promotes patient safety, and participates in quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

1. Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans, involving patients and families in the process.
2. Recognize and respond to significant changes in patient conditions, adjusting care plans accordingly.
3. Implement safety strategies and assess patient and family learning needs.
4. Coordinate discharge planning with an interdisciplinary team and apply evidence-based practices.
5. Evaluate outcomes and support process improvements and shared governance activities.
6. Communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and demonstrate leadership within the care team.
7. Maintain a culture of safety by identifying and reporting safety threats and incidents.
8. Participate in ethical decision-making and uphold professional standards.
9. Engage in ongoing professional development and departmental activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid RN license issued by the practicing state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.