Temporary RN – Emergency Department (Nights)

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking an experienced registered nurse for emergency department roles. You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, implement protocols, document care, and respond to emergencies in collaboration with the healthcare team.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program, an active RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and NIH Stroke Scale training within 6 months; TNCC preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• RN license required; BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NIH Stroke Scale training within 6 months; TNCC preferred.
• Experience in ED or internship in ED.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive multi-system assessments and discharge assessments.
• Develop individualized care and teaching plans; coordinate care and discharge activities.
• Initiate protocols for medical and surgical management; administer medications; respond to emergencies.
• Evaluate care effectiveness and participate in quality assurance activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Pediatric emergency courses

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Provides patient-centered nursing care under supervision, collaborating with the healthcare team to diagnose and treat health responses. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, ensuring coordination with other disciplines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment: Performs comprehensive multi-system assessments, monitors deviations from normal, and conducts discharge assessments.
• Planning: Develops individualized care and teaching plans, coordinates care and discharge activities, delegates tasks appropriately, and prioritizes patient needs.
• Implementation: Initiates protocols for medical and surgical management, accurately documents care, performs procedures correctly, administers medications, and responds to emergencies.
• Evaluation: Assesses effectiveness of care, evaluates patient responses, and participates in quality assurance activities.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum nine months RN experience, with one year in ED or completion of ED internship.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licenses & Certifications: RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale, PALS or Pediatric Course within 6 months, TNCC preferred.
• Additional skills include computer proficiency and pediatric emergency courses.
• Preferred: healthcare experience, bachelor’s degree, certifications like CEN, strong communication, and interpersonal skills.