Registered Nurse - PRN

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Emergency Room Registered Nurse to join our team. As an Emergency Room Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for providing quality patient care in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You will work collaboratively with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and triage patients upon arrival to the emergency room
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians
• Monitor and document patient vital signs and progress
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families
• Maintain accurate and complete patient records
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, including infection control and safety protocols

Skills:

• - Current RN license in the state of practice
• - BLS and ACLS certification
• - Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• - Knowledge of electronic health records systems
• - Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility & stamina to stand, walk, and move continuously for long shifts (typically 8-12 hours).
• Strength to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds (e.g., repositioning patients, handling medical equipment).
• Dexterity & coordination for administering injections, starting IVs, operating medical equipment, and writing/documentation.
• Flexibility & balance for frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching to assist patients and access supplies.
• Endurance to handle physically demanding tasks in high-stress environments without frequent breaks.
• Hearing & vision adequate to respond to alarms, monitor patients, and communicate with the healthcare team; clear vision for reading charts, medications, and monitoring equipment.
• Infection control compliance, including wearing PPE (e.g., gloves, masks, gowns) for extended periods and following strict hygiene protocols.
• Emergency response capabilities, including quick physical response to urgent situations, performing CPR, emergency interventions, and rapid patient transfers.

Cognitive Requirements:

• Critical thinking & problem-solving to assess patient conditions, identify complications, and make quick, evidence-based decisions.
• Clinical judgment to interpret patient symptoms, lab results, and vital signs accurately for determining appropriate care.
• Multitasking & prioritization to manage multiple patients, medications, and tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in patient records, medication administration, and treatment protocols.
• Communication skills for clear and effective verbal and written interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Emotional resilience & stress management to remain calm and focused under high-pressure situations, including trauma cases and emergencies.
• Adaptability to quickly shift priorities based on patient needs, workflow changes, or emergencies.
• Memory & retention to recall medical knowledge, protocols, and patient histories for proper care delivery.
• Technological proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR), monitoring equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Ethical decision-making to uphold patient rights, confidentiality (HIPAA compliance), and professional standards.