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Vaughan Regional Medical Center; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Solutions Program

Job summary

Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital, seeks an experienced RN for the Emergency Department. You will provide direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity setting, applying the nursing process to ensure safe, compassionate care across the lifespan.

The Flexible Solutions program offers a 12-week commitment with a minimum of 36 hours per week (usually 3 12-hour shifts) at a flexible rate, with possible float to other units

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPI, NIH Stroke Scale certifications required within facility policy timelines.

Responsibilities

• Triage and prioritize patient care by acuity in the ED.
• Administer medications, perform procedures, and manage critical drips; assist exams.
• Monitor hemodynamic status and interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Educate patients and families and document care accurately.

Skills

Emergency nursing protocols

ECG interpretation

IV management

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Clinical documentation

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

Join Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital that serves as a critical healthcare hub in the region. Vaughan delivers a full complement of hospital services, including emergency care, to the Black Belt area of southern Alabama. As part of ScionHealth, Vaughan combines system strength with strong local impact so that you can make your mark where your work truly matters.

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.

The Flexible Solutions program provides a temporary opportunity for the employee to work a minimum of 36 hours (typically 3–12-hour shifts) per week for a 12-week commitment period at a Flexible Solutions Program rate of pay. The employee may be required to float between units on assigned shifts. This may include being assigned tech (CNA), Monitor Tech, or charge nurse duties if needed to ensure adequate provision of care for patients. Floating and patient care assignments are always based on the RN’s skill set and experience. Rates and details may vary by facility.

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

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