Emergency Room Nurse

Job Title:

Register Nurse ER/ED

Location:

Rosebud, SD

Shift

Schedule:

Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Mid Shift: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Qualification:

Education:

highest degree attained in Nursing

Certifications:

Any state RN license is acceptable

Certifications:

BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC - Must have

Experience:

Registered Nurse must have at least two (2) years or more experience in Emergency Department

Triage and Initial Assessment

• Quickly assess patients upon arrival to determine the severity of their condition.
• Prioritize care based on acuity using standardized triage systems (e.g., ESI – Emergency Severity Index).
• Deliver prompt, accurate care in high-stress, time-sensitive situations.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of vital signs and physical conditions.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and emergency interventions (e.g., CPR, defibrillation).

Collaboration with Healthcare Team

• Work closely with ED physicians, specialists, and support staff.
• Communicate patient status, changes, and treatment responses effectively.
• Assist with procedures like intubations, central line insertions, or wound care.

Documentation and Charting

• Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the EHR.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, often under pressure.
• Explain procedures, medications, and follow-up care to patients and families.
• Coordinate with case managers or social workers for discharge or transfer.

Crisis and Trauma Management

• Respond to codes (e.g., Code Blue, trauma alerts).
• Care for critically ill or injured patients (e.g., cardiac arrest, strokes, gunshot wounds).

Infection Control and Safety

• Follow strict infection control protocols.
• Ensure safety measures for patients, staff, and themselves.

Mental Health Support

• Assess and manage patients experiencing mental health crises.
• Use de-escalation techniques and involve psychiatric resources when necessary.

Mid-Senior level

Contract

Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care