Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department, Full Time, Day Shift, Job ID # 1874845

Palmetto General Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto General Hospital is seeking an experienced ER nurse to deliver advanced professional care to patients of all ages presenting with emergency needs. You will work collaboratively with the medical staff, using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in a high-acuity environment.

The role requires at least one year of acute care experience, Florida RN licensure, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
• One (1) year Acute Care Experience required.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers advanced professional and technical nursing care to ER patients of all ages with real or potential emergency needs.
• Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to provide age/developmentally appropriate care.
• Prepares equipment and assists physician during treatments and examinations.
• Instructs Licensed Practical Nurses and ED Technicians to provide patient care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Nursing degree/education program (NCSBN defined)

Job description

Position Summary: Delivers advanced professional and technical nursing care to patients of all ages presenting to the Emergency Room with real or potential emergency care needs, in support of and in collaboration with care directed by the medical staff.

Nursing care delivered complies with objectives and policies of the hospital. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation when delivering nursing care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team member to provide age/ developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards.

Performs nursing techniques for the comforts and well-being of the patient. Prepares equipment and assists physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Assists in planning, supervising, and instructing Licensed Practical Nurses, and E.D. Techs, thereby providing care to a number of patients.

Position Qualification:

• Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
• One (1) year Acute Care Experience required
• Good organizational skills preferred
• Basic computer skills required

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Current Florida Registered Nurse Licensure required
• BLS and ACLS from the American Red Cross required
• PALS within 30 days of employment
• CPI within 90 days of employment

Communication Skills:

• Ability in effectively communicating in writing and orally with all levels of the organization.