Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department - Richmond Community Hospital

Bon Secours Health System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare network dedicated to compassionate care. As an Emergency Department RN, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment, providing critical care and collaborating with an interprofessional team. This role emphasizes patient safety and quality care, offering opportunities for professional growth and development. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and educational assistance, as you make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families. Your skills and dedication will be valued in this high-intensity setting, where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Current RN License in Virginia or compact state required.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience, preferably in ED or Critical Care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with care teams to assess patients and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and manage emergency nursing care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Care Coordination

Emergency Care Practices

Effective Communication

Cultural Competence

Clinical Knowledge

Professional Development

Critical Decision Making

Compassionate Care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, our teams embrace the call to offer compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share our values and use your skills to extend care to our communities.

Richmond Community Hospital

Emergency Department

15K Bonus Eligible for Experienced Nurses! - Rules and Restrictions Apply

About the Unit

We are a Community ER that handles everything from birth to death, including traumas. We have 13 ED Beds + 6 Fast Track Beds + 2 CT/Psych Beds.

Summary of Primary Function

The Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN) provides, coordinates, plans, and evaluates nursing care, supervising licensed and unlicensed staff in accordance with nursing standards, organizational policies, and philosophies. The ED RN cares for patients in a fast-paced, high-intensity setting as part of an interprofessional team focused on achieving optimal outcomes. The RN models core cultural and safety behaviors to eliminate preventable harm and ensure a safe, high-quality care experience.

Essential Job Functions

1. Collaborate with the care team to conduct patient assessments, analyze data, develop care plans, implement treatments, and evaluate outcomes.
2. Administer medications safely following policies and practices.
3. Serve as the point of contact for patient care coordination across departments.
4. Participate in quality improvement initiatives to promote patient safety.
5. Manage the physical and emotional demands of emergency nursing care.
6. Apply current and future emergency nursing practices and innovations.
7. Provide care for individuals of all ages with various physical or emotional needs, from non-urgent to life-threatening cases.
8. Coordinate with external agencies like law enforcement, EMS, and others for patient care.
9. Understand the episodic and short-term nature of emergency care across various settings.
10. Practice in accordance with the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

This document is not exhaustive; employees may perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Licensing/Certification

• Current RN License in the state of practice or covered by a compact.
• BLS (required upon hire), ACLS, PALS, NPR, TNCC (preferred).

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred).

Work Experience

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience (required).
• Recent ED or Critical Care experience (preferred).

Training

EPIC EHR training (preferred).

Skills

• Assign patient care based on staff skills and scope.
• Provide education and facilitate learning for staff.
• Possess clinical knowledge and skills for evidence-based care.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments.
• Develop, implement, and prioritize care plans.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and revise plans accordingly.
• Assist patients and families in coping with illness.
• Collaborate with care teams for coordinated care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team members.
• Practice cultural competence.
• Recognize limitations and seek assistance.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrate professionalism and accountability.
• Use resources efficiently and practice self-care.
• Protect patient safety and privacy.
• Utilize office and clinical technologies.
• Communicate in understandable ways considering patient preferences.
• Approach care with compassion and relationship-based methods.
• Remain calm and adaptive during emergencies.
• Apply the nursing process in various emergency scenarios.
• Make critical decisions to prioritize needs.
• Operate lifesaving equipment.

Working Conditions

• High-stress periods and fluctuating workloads.
• Potential exposure to physical altercations, abuse, noise, and hazards.
• May require use of restraints and protective equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs. (34-66%).
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs. (34-66%).
• Stoop, kneel, crawl, climb, balance, and bend (various percentages).
• Sit, walk, and stand (various percentages).

Additional Physical Requirements and Hazards

• Manual dexterity, shift work, maneuvering patients, hearing alarms, reaching, repetitive movements, vision, exposure to chemicals, hazards, and electrical risks.

Patient Population

Provide age-appropriate care, understanding growth and development principles for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents.

Many opportunities reward your hard work with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, flexible spending, life insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off, educational assistance, and more. Benefits vary by employment status.

All applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. For accommodations or inquiries, contact [e-mail].