REGISTERED NURSE RN - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT - CASUAL

Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. In this vital role, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Your expertise will help ensure positive health outcomes and provide critical support to patients and their families. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, where your skills and compassion will be valued. If you are passionate about nursing and committed to delivering exceptional patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a State Board approved nursing program with a current PA RN license.
• Certifications in CPR, ACLS, PALS, and neonatal resuscitation required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs under the direction of Nurse Manager.
• Administer treatments and medications as per established protocols.
• Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Patient Advocacy

Customer Service

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Education and Training

Education

State Board approved program of professional nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Basic CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE RN - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT - CASUAL

Job Category: NURSING

Requisition Number: REGIS021293

Posted: November 26, 2024

Type: Part-Time, On-site

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Description

CLARION HOSPITAL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Registered Nurse FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Patient Care Services Job Code: 1202C

Date: 11-27-2006

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse has the primary responsibility of assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of the patients for whom she/he assumes responsibility under the direction of the Nurse Manager and Charge Nurse. Demonstrates commitment to Clarion Hospital mission statement, vision statement and values.

Essential Functions

1. An integral function of the staff nurse is patient teaching to promote positive health outcomes.
2. Acts as a preceptor to all staff and students and is responsible for orientation of assigned staff.
3. Maintains position specific skills and competencies as required on annual basis.
4. Maintains CEUs appropriate to discipline in order to maintain clinical competency.
5. Functions as a patient advocate through education to the patient and family including health promotion.
6. Responds to patient care needs in a timely fashion, including, but not limited to call bell response, verbal requests, and bed exit alarms.
7. Maintains adherence to patient rights.
8. Administers prescribed treatments, medications, therapies within the scope of practice.
9. Participates in nursing and hospital committees as appropriate.
10. Attends at least 70% of department staff meetings.
11. Demonstrates strong customer service skills and professional behavior when dealing with all individuals and groups, both internally and externally.
12. Demonstrates respect and communication skills when interacting with all individuals and groups, both internally and externally.
13. Assesses the patient’s physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care.
14. Develops a plan of patient care reflecting significant nursing diagnoses and interventions to achieve desired patient outcomes, involving the patient/family and healthcare team in this process.
15. Plans, coordinates and implements patient’s plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
16. Evaluates patient outcomes, effectiveness of plans of care, and readiness for discharge. Revises as needed, and makes referrals when indicated.
17. Utilizes manual and automated information systems to improve patient safety.
18. Acts as a liaison in coordinating patient care activities with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals.
19. Communicates patient’s plan of care to all multidisciplinary team members and to the patient, family, and significant others.
20. Provides education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and family.
21. Demonstrates cost-effectiveness by using supplies judiciously, anticipating needs for special supplies and equipment, and making recommendations for change.
22. Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, antineoplastic/cytotoxic agents, and other hazardous substances.
23. In some specialized areas, the RN maintains total care of the patient including but not limited to connecting, monitoring and interpreting electronic displays, responding to emergencies by initiating life-saving actions including advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) protocols.
24. Performs other duties as assigned.
25. Agrees to comply with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, rules, regulations, and standards of conduct relating to the position and has a duty to report any suspected violations of the law or the standards of conduct to his or her immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Chief Executive Officer.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed with or without reasonable accommodations by incumbents of responsibilities other than those specifically presented in this description.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse

Supervises: GN, LPN, Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, Nurse Externs, and Technicians.

Qualifications

Graduate of a State Board approved program of professional nursing. Holds a current Pennsylvania State License as a registered nurse. Certified in basic CPR. Certified in ACLS, PALS, and neonatal resuscitation as appropriate. Previous critical care or emergency room experience preferred.