Job Title: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room Unit Name: Emergency Department Shift: 12 Hr Nights (36 Hr Guarantee) Shift Time: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Duration: 13 weeks Location: Saranac Lake, NY 12983 Overview: The RN in the Emergency Department is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients from newborn to geriatric populations. This role requires quick and efficient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients experiencing medical emergencies. The nurse will work in a Trauma Level IV facility using Meditech as the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Emergency Department, covering all age groups from newborn to geriatric.
- Utilize BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications to manage patient care effectively in emergencies.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute patient care plans.
- Document all patient interactions and care provided accurately using Meditech.
- Maintain personal scrubs of any color as per dress code requirements.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of ED experience - Required
- Experience with newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations - Required
- One plus year of travel nursing experience - Required
- Meditech experience - Preferred
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS through AHA - Required