Seasonal Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER) | Night Shift

White Rock Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

White Rock Medical Center, a 218-bed community hospital near White Rock Lake in Dallas, TX, seeks compassionate ER RNs for seasonal night shifts. RN license, BLS/ACLS required; PALS/ENPC within 6 months; TNCC preferred. 2+ years ER experience essential; duties include coordinated patient care, med administration and discharge instructions.

Seasonal role with no eligibility for full-time benefits; duties may include floating to other areas and continuous training compliance.

Qualifications

• ER nursing experience required (minimum 2 years).
• Current Texas RN license; BLS and ACLS required.
• PALS or ENPC within 6 months; TNCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care in the ER and lead care planning.
• Administer medications per policy and nursing standards.
• Document care in EMR accurately.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Team player

Independent work

Stress management

Education

BSN preferred

Texas RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS or ENPC within 6 months

TNCC preferred

Job description

Seasonal Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER)

Work Schedule

• Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Scheduling: No self-scheduling permitted
• Employment Status: Seasonal

Benefits

• This position is not eligible for full-time, part-time employee benefits or Shift Differentials.

Compensation

• Pay Rate: $65.00 per hour

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Room (ER) nursing experience.

White Rock Medical Center is a 218-bed community-based hospital located near the historic White Rock Lake community, that serves the Dallas, Garland, Mesquite and surrounding areas. We specialize in a wide range of services including comprehensive medical/surgical care, bariatric, cardiology, outpatient and emergency medicine.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion and excellence.

White Rock Medical Center is seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our company and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient focused environment.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the provision and coordination of patient centered care in the emergency department. The RN coordinates care to achieve desired outcomes, participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by delegating and working cooperatively and collaboratively with ancillary, nursing and other patient team members in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice and performance in the clinical setting. The RN must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service to the population of patients served in the emergency department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collects current symptoms, detailed patient history and consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement & evaluate patient care plans.
• Organize and plan care of patients in the emergency department with the ability to assess, determine treatment rationale and delivery, follow protocols, administer medications with accuracy and knowledge, educate patients
• Attends and/or completes monthly, annual and assigned training.
• Accurately obtains & records results of assessment, care delivery, medication and administration, treatments, responses in the electronic medical record or on designation documentation packets.
• Performs daily checks of and cleans equipment such as but not limited to monitors, code equipment, crash cart checks and oxygen cylinders.
• Prepares and administers medications using the rights established by the Texas Board of Nursing and facility policies and procedures.
• Maintains care standards established by the Emergency Nurses Association and facility policies and procedures.
• Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
• Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members. Utilizes white boards for patient communication.
• Monitors patients using proper equipment as ordered.
• Triages patients appropriately using the ESI system.
• Arrives to work prepared to receive patient report on time.
• Provides discharge instructions, follow up care and education to patients and family members.
• Abides by HIPAA regulations.
• Utilizes SBAR when communicating with oncoming shift, physician communication and giving report to ancillary or other nursing services.
• Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
• Acts quickly, appropriately and with a sense of urgency and prioritization in delivery of patient care.
• Stabilizes patients by coordination with medical staff providers, EMS, coworkers, patients and family members in a professional, calm manner.
• May float to other areas of the hospital as assigned.
• Stocks assigned rooms, keeps work areas clean.
• Attends and/or completes monthly, annual and assigned training.
• Other duties as assigned.

BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS:

• Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.

COMMUNICATION/KNOWLEDGE:

• Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Communication, organizational, computer skills, team player, work independently and under quickly.

Education:

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing. 2 years of ED experience preferred. BSN preferred. Licensure/Certifications:
• Current professional RN license issued and/or recognized by Board of Nurse examiners for the State of Texas. BLS and ACLS required. PALS or ENPC certification is required within 6 months of hire. TNCC is preferred.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.