What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Emergency Department (PRN) position at Adams Health?
Job Details
Description
The ED Registered Nurse functions under the supervision and direction of the ED Manager, ED Coordinator, and Physicians in order to assist in providing and assessing direct emergency and outpatient care. The ED RN provides professional nursing care to medically ill and trauma patients of various criticalities. The AMH ED RN uses the Emergency Severity Index (ESI) triage tool to prioritize care for patients presenting to the ED. The ED RN coordinates care planning with other disciplines to ensure that patient needs are met, participates in inpatient and family education, provides an environment conducive to patient safety and comfort, seeks educational resources, and creates a learning experience to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skill for his or her continuing competence in nursing practice and individual professional growth. The ED RN recognizes his/her role and participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team working towards meeting Adams Memorial Hospital’s mission, motto, vision, and values.
Requirements
PRN
Valid RN license in the State of Indiana
BLS/CPR, ACLS and PALS certification
Description
The ED Registered Nurse functions under the supervision and direction of the ED Manager, ED Coordinator, and Physicians in order to assist in providing and assessing direct emergency and outpatient care. The ED RN provides professional nursing care to medically ill and trauma patients of various criticalities. The AMH ED RN uses the Emergency Severity Index (ESI) triage tool to prioritize care for patients presenting to the ED. The ED RN coordinates care planning with other disciplines to ensure that patient needs are met, participates in inpatient and family education, provides an environment conducive to patient safety and comfort, seeks educational resources, and creates a learning experience to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skill for his or her continuing competence in nursing practice and individual professional growth. The ED RN recognizes his/her role and participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team working towards meeting Adams Memorial Hospital’s mission, motto, vision, and values.
Requirements
PRN
Valid RN license in the State of Indiana
BLS/CPR, ACLS and PALS certification
