RN - Emergency Department

Curry Health Network; Gold Beach (OR); On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Curry Health Network is seeking an Emergency Department Registered Nurse for full-time and per diem onsite roles in Gold Beach, OR. The ED RN will provide direct and indirect patient care, respond quickly to changes in condition, and support the department under supervision.

Requirements include Oregon RN licensure (BSN preferred), BLS/ACLS/PALS, TNCC within 6 months, and 1 year of acute care ED experience. Additional compensation may apply for shifts and certifications.

Qualifications

• Current Oregon RN license, BSN preferred.
• ACLS, PALS or ENPC, BLS, TNCC within 6 months; NRP/STABLE may be required.
• Minimum 1 year in acute care; ED experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments using age-appropriate tools and triage acuity.
• Apply nursing diagnoses and formulate care plans.
• Execute interventions per standards; monitor and document outcomes.
• Provide patient and family education; maintain professionalism and compliance.

Skills

Nursing assessment

ESI triage

Clinical judgment

Communication

Education

Oregon RN licensure (unencumbered)

BSN preferred

AHA BLS

ACLS

Tools

MS Office

EMR documentation

Job description

Full-time & Per Diem | Onsite | Gold Beach, OR | Brookings, OR

• Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation through our Clinical Nursing Ladder Program and applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Job Details

Full-time & Per Diem | Onsite | Gold Beach, OR | Brookings, OR

Compensation Range: $44.89 – $67.90/hour

• Compensation is based on experience, with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15+ years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation through our Clinical Nursing Ladder Program and applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

Additional Compensation Opportunities

• Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour
• Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.00/hour | Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$2.00/hour

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the House Supervisor or department director, the ED RN provides direct and indirect patient care in the Emergency Department setting. Must respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or responses to treatment.

Essential Functions

• Perform patient assessments considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Uses appropriate screening tools effectively. Applies the ESI Triage Scale to determine patient’s acuity.
• Demonstrates understanding of pathophysiology, disease processes, and treatment standards. Applies nursing diagnoses to identified needs.
• Formulates a care plan based upon identified needs and facilitates interventions and referrals as appropriate.
• Performs interventions in a competent manner, applying evidence‑based standards of care and protocols to guide actions. Knowledgeable regarding medications, indications, interactions, and contraindications, considering age of the patient and their clinical condition. Evaluates effectiveness of all interventions.
• Formulates individualized teaching plans, evaluating effectiveness of learning. Patient and family interactions are professional.
• Familiar with Policies, Procedures, and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network’s Mission, Vision, and Shared Values.

SHARED VALUES

• Service: We serve with compassion and understanding.
• Teamwork: We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.
• Curiosity: We promote learning.
• Integrity: We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Current Unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse Licensure is BSN Preferred.
• Current AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS (or ENPC), and NIHSS are required. TNCC (Emergency Nurse Association) or ATCN are required within 6 months; NRP Advanced (American Heart Association) and STABLE certifications are
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an Acute Care setting is required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Emergency Department setting is preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Computer skills are required, specifically using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); prior use of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documenting in patient records is
• Excellent communication skills, clinical judgment, critical thinking, and organizational
• A demonstrated ability to work well in high pressure situations is
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Up to 1/3 of the time: taste or smell.

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: sit; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Up 2/3 of the time and more: stand; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; push/pull; reach with hands and arms.

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 100 pounds

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: up to 10 pounds

This Job Has Special Vision Requirements As Follows

Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This Job Requires Exposure To The Following Environmental Conditions

Up to 1/3 of the time: work near moving mechanical parts; outdoor weather conditions; risk of radiation.

The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise.

Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment, patient call and instructions.

This Job Requires The Following Repetitive Motion Actions

From 1 – 2 hours per day: grasping: firm/heavy.

From 7+ hours per day: repetitive use of hands; grasping: simple/light; fine dexterity.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization.

This is designated as a hard to fill position. Please refer to policy HR-A37