RN Emergency Services PRN/Evenings

Ennis Regional Medical Center; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ennis Regional Medical Center in Ennis, TX is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. The RN provides direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity ED, using the nursing process to ensure safety and quality outcomes across the lifespan.

Responsibilities include triage, meds administration, IV management, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The role requires strong clinical judgment, infection control, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure in state or compact state.
• BSN preferred but not required.
• Associate degree in Nursing is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs triage and prioritizes patient care based on acuity.
• Administers medications and manages critical drips in the ED.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures in the emergency department.
• Monitors cardiac rhythms and interprets ECGs.
• Documents care and education accurately and timely.
• Maintains infection control and sterile techniques.
• Educates patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions.

Skills

Emergency nursing protocols

ECG interpretation

IV management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Critical thinking

Safety and infection control

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Nursing Diploma program accepted

Tools

EMR systems

Emergency equipment handling

Job description

Description

Join Ennis Regional Medical Center in Ennis, TX, a full-service healthcare facility that provides an array of services, including advanced digital imaging, 24-hour emergency care, physical and occupational therapy, and same-day surgery. At Ennis, your daily contributions will contribute to a culture of high standards, meaningful impact, and local connection.

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