RN – Emergency Room (ER) (Travel)

Job Description –
Position Details :
12 HR PM; every other weekend and holiday

no locals accepted (locals are considered within 50 miles of the facility)
Dysrhythmia exam required at orientation (study guide available)
At least 2 years experience Looking for Candidates who have triage experience Not a Trauma center, busy ER that sees between 80-100 patients per day.
Fast paced environment. BLS, ACLS, CPI & PALS

*blocked schedule will not be accommodated*

Unit Specific Details
20 Beds

• 15 Monitor beds

• 5 fast track room

Primary Stroke Center
Cath Lab available
staffed with ED nurses and ED techs

Job Profile Name RN Emergency Department (Harmonized) Job Code 740N3A Include Job Code in Name
Yes Job Profile Summary Job Description The Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN) provides, coordinates,
plans, and evaluates nursing care, and supervises licensed and unlicensed associates in nursing care delivery within
established nursing procedures, professional standards, and organizational policies/philosophies. The ED RN
demonstrates the ability to care for a group of patients in a fast-paced, high intensity setting as part of an
interprofessional team focused on achieving the best individual patient and population outcomes. The ED RN is
responsible for modeling core cultural and safety behaviors to eliminate preventable harm, ensure worker safety and a
safe, high quality experience of care. Essential Job Functions In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team,
conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment
and evaluates treatment effectiveness. Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice
and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures. Serves as point of contact for patient's care coordination
throughout hospital departments. Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in
the department. Manages and meets the physical and emotional demands of emergency nursing care. Applies knowledge of
contemporary emergency nursing practice and future innovations. Applies nursing practice to the care of individuals
across the lifespan with perceived or actual physical or emotional alterations, ranging from non-urgent to life
threatening that are undiagnosed or require further interventions; care practices include, but are not limited to,
medical illness, trauma care, pediatric care, gerontologic care, injury prevention, womens health, mental health
issues, and life and limb saving measures. Collaborates with outside agencies in coordinating care (e.g. protective
agencies and law enforcement, Local Crisis, Forensics, EMS, transfer centers, pharmacies). Understands and considers
while providing care that emergency nursing care is episodic, primary, typically short-term, and occurs in a variety of
settings. BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of
the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills,
duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other
job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification
Current RN License in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life
Support (preferred) PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred) NPR Neonatal Resuscitation Program(preferred) TNCC
Trauma Nursing Core Course (preferred) Education Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred) Work Experience 1 year of RN
experience (required) Recent Emergency Department or Critical Care experience (preferred) Training EPIC Electronic
Health Record (EHR) training (preferred) Skills Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and
scope of practice of staff. Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education (based upon quality
improvement indicators, outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and others. Possesses clinical knowledge,
skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current standards of practice,
policy and procedure, and BSMH mission. Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition and
psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources. Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and
prioritizes plan of care. Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery. Assesses patient's physical
and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of
care accordingly. Assists patient and family in coping with patient's illness. Collaborates with others in the
delivery of coordinated patient care. Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills. Applies cultural
diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support resources. Recognizes own limitations and
seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely. Advances personal and professional growth through
participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and workshops. Exhibits professionalism through
accountability for own and delegated actions. Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and models effective
stewardship of available resources. Practices self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult
circumstances. Protects the safety and privacy of all persons. Understanding and utilization of office and clinical
technologies. Ability to communicate with patients in a manner they can understand considering their personal
preferences. Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and
existence. Remains calm, adaptive, and collective during an emergency. Applies the nursing process with patients in a
variety of illness or injury in all ages and populations requiring triage and prioritization, stabilization,
resuscitation, crisis intervention, disaster preparedness/emergency management. Can pivot focus quickly using critical
decisions to match the most crucial needs at any moment. Lifesaving equipment (i.e., hypothermia devices, Hand free –
CPR, rapid infusers, invasive monitoring, etc.) Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may
occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be
exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids* May be
exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials* May have periods of constant interruptions *
Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and
devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.):
34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Stoop/Kneel
1-33% Crawling 1-33% Climbing 1-33% Balance 1-33% Bending 34-66% Sitting 34-66% Walking 34-66% Standing 34-66%
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of
patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color
Vision Acuity – far Acuity – near Depth perception Use of latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x
ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Patient Population Demonstrates the
knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned
unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to
assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each
patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in
departmental policies and procedures. Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months) Pediatrics (1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years)

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Benefits & Perks:

Medasource Healthcare offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer: 

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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