Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department - Midshift

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, is seeking an experienced RN for the Emergency Department. The role provides direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity setting, with emphasis on triage, assessment, medication administration, and collaboration with the care team.

Required include an RN license (state or compact), BLS/ACLS/PALS, and strong clinical judgment. TNCC preferred and safety-focused practice are expected in this dynamic ED environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing required.
• BSN preferred; diploma accepted.
• Current state RN license or compact license.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS within policy timeframes.
• CPI certification within facility policy timeframe.
• TNCC preferred or required within policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect care in a high-acuity ED.
• Perform triage and assign care based on acuity.
• Administer medications and manage IVs and drips.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures.
• Monitor hemodynamics and interpret rhythms.
• Document care and educate patients about discharge.
• Maintain infection control and sterile technique.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for outcomes.

Skills

Emergency nursing

ECG interpretation

IV management

EMR proficiency

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Diploma program accepted

Tools

EMR systems

Cardiac monitor/ECG equipment

Job description

Description

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.

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