What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN- ER 12-hour nights Decatur Memorial Hospital position at Fidelity on Call, LTD?
Job Description
Job Description
- Pay Rate : Rate may vary due to local or non-local contracted rates : $55-65 combined Rate of pay. ( Pay packages are a combination of taxable hourly rates, tax free allowances for travel, housing, and meal allowances)
- Additional bonuses are available.
- Rates are subject to change
Shift : 3x12 Nights (1900-0730)
Average Daily Census : 120. 32 Bed ED. 1 : 4 ratios for all shifts.
Years of experience REQ : Minimum 2 years experience required.
First-timers accepted : Yes.
Weekend REQ : We work every other weekend, but typically our agency colleagues work fewer than that due to every weekend option for FT colleagues.
Certs REQ : ACLS, BLS, NIH, PALS, and TNCC required.
Quickly evaluating incoming patients to determine the severity of their condition and prioritize care accordingly.
Performing a thorough physical examination, taking vital signs, and collecting necessary medical history.
Administering medications, starting IVs, performing advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) procedures if needed.
Cleaning and dressing wounds, managing bleeding.
Continuously observing patients for changes in condition, reporting critical findings to physicians promptly.
Effectively communicating with patients, families, physicians, other healthcare team members, and ancillary staff.
Accurately documenting patient assessments, interventions, and progress notes in the electronic medical record.
Maintaining composure and effectively managing stressful situations, including trauma cases and critical emergencies.
Required skills for an ER nurse :
Strong understanding of emergency medicine, critical care concepts, and advanced nursing skills
Ability to rapidly assess patient conditions, make quick decisions, and prioritize interventions
Efficiently managing multiple patients in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively under pressure and remain calm in crisis situations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members
Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals to provide optimal patient care
Education and Certification :
Salary : $55 - $65
