RNER

Job Description Department: Scotland Memorial Hospital – Emergency Department. Status: Full time. Shift: Various (United States). Qualifications 1 year RN experience in a hospital setting, preferably Emergency or Critical Care Current NC or Multistate RN licensure CPR certification Nationally recognized Emergency Medicine certification PALS, ACLS, and AEGIS de‑escalation training completed within 3 months of hire Preferred: TNCC (Tactical Nursing Certification), ENPC (Emergency Nursing Preparedness Certification) Responsibilities A. Demonstrates expertise in the application of the nursing process 1. Age‑Specific Competency Knowledge of human growth and development across the lifespan, enabling appropriate care for neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, middle‑aged, and geriatric patients 2. Family Involvement Ensures the family and significant others participate in the nursing process 3. Triage and Assessment Accurately triage and initiate assessments of physical and psychosocial problems within the emergency system Perform and document a comprehensive nursing history (chief complaint, health status, allergies, medications, past medical history, pre‑arrival treatment, and other pertinent information). This will be evaluated by random chart audit. 4. Nursing Actions and Interventions Perform and document nursing actions in accordance with recognized patient care needs, established plans, and hospital/policy procedures Administer medications (including IV fluids) following policy and safety techniques Accept responsibility for interventions in emergency situations, documenting actions and receiving peer evaluation Manage IV conscious sedation as required 5. Care Coordination Facilitate continuity of care through coordination with other healthcare team members Evaluate and document effectiveness of treatment, anticipate potential patient problems, and intervene in a timely manner to ensure safety Communicate appropriate data to physicians and document accordingly 6. Patient Dignity and Privacy Promote patient dignity and privacy throughout care provision Provide a calm, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients and families Deliver care in a non‑judgmental and non‑discriminatory manner, respecting cultural diversity Utilize all information management systems effectively Implement teaching interventions as evidenced by documentation Demonstrate competency in nursing tasks with completion of competency requirements and skills checklists 7. Communication Maintain open and timely communication with emergency patients, significant others, and team members Communicate effectively with ED physicians, other nurses, attending physicians, team members, and resource personnel, following hospital policy Act as a liaison for patient and family, providing accurate and timely information and promoting participation in care Provide accurate patient reports to on‑coming shifts and to other care providers Represent the hospital positively in all interactions, including with the public and paramedics during radio contact 8. Safety Environment Demonstrate knowledge of patients at high risk for falls or injury Maintain a clean, clutter‑free environment and correct safety hazards promptly Use patient ID bracelet system consistently 9. Standards of Practice Develop new knowledge and skills via competency checklists and continuing education records Assist other staff with workload positively and adjust own schedule as needed for crises 10. Management & Leadership Assist in orientation of new personnel, teach procedures and techniques Delegate responsibilities based on staff capabilities and patient needs, reviewed via patient assignment records Function independently with little supervision Contribute to unit resource management cost‑effectively Benefits Competitive compensation Family‑friendly benefits including paid parental leave and on‑site childcare Flexible scheduling Exclusive savings programs Career growth and advancement opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr