RN Emergency Dept 7a FT

Baptist Health; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Montgomery, AL seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department (7a shift) on a full-time basis.

The RN supervises nursing staff on shift including weekends/holidays, uses the nursing process for assessments and care planning, and collaborates with physicians to ensure quality patient care. BSN preferred; active RN license and BLS required; ACLS/PALS/NRP/TNCC may be required depending on area.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing is required.
• Active RN licensure is required; BLS is required; ACLS/PALS/NRP/TNCC may be required depending on area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing staff on shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and execution of interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and other clinicians to plan and implement patient care.
• May have additional duties within the scope of the role.

Skills

Observation

Assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

RN licensure

BSN preferred

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights:

Summary : The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience :

Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.

License/Certification :

Active RN licensure required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements :

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday.
There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.
Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.
There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person.
Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.
Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels.
Much exposure to computer work.
Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.
Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.
Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location:

Baptist Medical Center East

Job:

RN Emergency Dept 7a FT

RN - Registered Nurse

Job Type:

Regular-Full time

Shift :

First Shift (United States of America)