RN - Emergency Department Nurse

RN - Emergency Department Nurse

Warsaw, NC $62,009 - $83,099 a year

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department, working full-time day shifts. This role involves planning and delivering professional nursing care aligned with established policies, with opportunities to assume charge nurse responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and identify their care needs promptly.
• Organize and implement appropriate patient care plans.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients and staff.
• Administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Recognize and respond effectively to life-threatening situations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.
• Maintain accurate and relevant patient care records.
• Participate in cost containment and accurate patient service charging.
• Adapt care to meet age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs.
• Support patients' cultural and spiritual beliefs within medical guidelines.

Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in a Compact state or the relevant state.
• No prior work experience required; new graduates welcome.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective organizational and leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge of developmental, physiological, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of diverse patient populations.

Physical Requirements

• Good speech and auditory acuity for patient communication.
• Visual acuity for patient observation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift frequently.
• Potential exposure to blood or infectious materials.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Active Registered Nurse license.

This position is located in a regional healthcare setting serving the Southeastern United States, offering a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.