UHC: Registered Nurse (RN)- Emergency Department

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for its Emergency Department. In this role, you'll provide essential nursing care, applying your clinical knowledge and judgment to ensure quality patient outcomes. You will work in a dynamic inpatient setting, modifying care plans as needed and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote effective communication and patient safety. The position requires strong critical thinking skills and the ability to adapt to changing workloads. If you are passionate about nursing and committed to professional development, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in West Virginia.
• One year of nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Modify patient care plans based on individual needs.
• Use Evidence-Based Practice for patient care.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Registered Professional Nurses

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

UHC: Registered Nurse (RN)- Emergency Department

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This position involves delivering nursing care using the nursing process, applying clinical knowledge, and exercising independent judgment to ensure quality patient outcomes. The role is within the scope of a Registered Nurse (RN) - Level I, as defined in the job description.

The nurse must demonstrate knowledge and skills at an advanced beginner level, relevant to patient care, growth, and development across the lifespan, including the ability to assess and interpret patient data for age-specific needs. The role provides professional nursing care in an inpatient hospital setting.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Certification, and Licensure:

• Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Registered Professional Nurses or appropriate state board, or multi-state licensure via eNLC.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Experience:

• One (1) year of nursing experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Modify patient’s care plan based on data and individual needs.
• Use Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) for patient care.
• Delegate within scope of practice.
• Verify care plans with team, patient, and caregivers.
• Provide education tailored to learning needs and involve families.
• Promote effective communication among healthcare team and patients.
• Influence policies to enhance patient safety.
• Utilize appropriate resources, especially in sensitive situations.
• Participate in organizational growth and policy development.
• Engage in community health promotion and practice environment improvements.
• Recognize and implement strategies to improve nursing quality.
• Evaluate policies and procedures for quality improvement.
• Understand the importance of data collection and utilization.
• Share educational findings and experiences with peers.
• Participate in activities related to nurse-sensitive indicators.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Identify ethical issues and seek appropriate guidance.
• Maintain and promote an ethical work environment conducive to safe, quality care.
• Respect patient rights legally and morally.
• Seek opportunities for work/life balance.

Additional Requirements: Completion of annual education related to specialty accreditation, as per standards, through various training formats.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Minimize manual patient lifting; use lift equipment and aids as appropriate.
• Work involves strength and stamina, including lifting over 40 lbs., standing, walking, and moving materials.
• Normal visual and hearing acuity required.
• Work in environments with biohazards, infectious diseases, and electrical hazards, often during irregular hours.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong clinical practice and critical thinking skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing workloads and schedules.
• Ability to perform under stress and manage varying work conditions.