Job Description
Job Title : Register Nurse ER / ED
Location : Rosebud, SD
Shift Schedule :
Day Shift : 7 : 00 AM – 7 : 00 PM
Mid Shift : 11 : 00 AM - 11 : 00 PM
Night Shift : 7 : 00 PM – 7 : 00 AM
Qualification :
Education : highest degree attained in Nursing
Certifications : Any state RN license is acceptable
Certifications : BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC - Must have
Experience : Registered Nurse must have at least two (2) years or more experience in Emergency Department
Job Responsibilities
Triage and Initial Assessment
- Quickly assess patients upon arrival to determine the severity of their condition.
- Prioritize care based on acuity using standardized triage systems (e.g., ESI – Emergency Severity Index).
Rapid Patient Care
Deliver prompt, accurate care in high-stress, time-sensitive situations.Perform initial and ongoing assessments of vital signs and physical conditions.Administer medications, IV fluids, and emergency interventions (e.g., CPR, defibrillation).Collaboration with Healthcare Team
Work closely with ED physicians, specialists, and support staff.Communicate patient status, changes, and treatment responses effectively.Assist with procedures like intubations, central line insertions, or wound care.Documentation and Charting
Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the EHR.Maintain accurate and timely patient records, often under pressure.Patient Education and Discharge Planning
Explain procedures, medications, and follow-up care to patients and families.Coordinate with case managers or social workers for discharge or transfer.Crisis and Trauma Management
Respond to codes (e.g., Code Blue, trauma alerts).Care for critically ill or injured patients (e.g., cardiac arrest, strokes, gunshot wounds).Infection Control and Safety
Follow strict infection control protocols.Ensure safety measures for patients, staff, and themselves.Mental Health Support
Assess and manage patients experiencing mental health crises.Use de-escalation techniques and involve psychiatric resources when necessary.