Position Overview
This role is for an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse at the Clinical Nurse II level, essential to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care. The position demands advanced clinical skills, specialized certifications, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and excellent outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead coordination of the healthcare team to provide safe, timely, and equitable care tailored to each patient.
Perform thorough assessments to identify individual patient needs.Create and implement personalized care plans.Monitor patient responses to interventions and ensure prompt follow-up.Advocate for patients, maintaining their dignity and confidentiality.Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided by the team and the impact of systems and environment on patient progress.Educate patients and families on medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle changes.Promote evidence-based practices within emergency care.Safety and Compliance :Maintain a clean, safe work environment following infection control and hospital policies.
Strictly adhere to aseptic techniques and regulatory standards including OSHA and The Joint Commission guidelines.Identify and report safety concerns, actively addressing systemic issues.Documentation :Accurately document care, interventions, patient progress, and incidents in the electronic medical record system.
Professional Development and Leadership :Mentor and precept new graduate nurses, new hires, and students to support their growth.
Engage in continuing education, certifications, workshops, and quality improvement projects.Serve as a resource and advocate for best practices within the emergency department.Perform triage nursing duties and assume charge nurse or MICN roles as needed.Emergency Preparedness :Respond decisively and calmly in critical situations such as cardiac arrest, demonstrating advanced clinical expertise.
Qualifications
Experience
At least two years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an emergency department or acute care setting; urgent care experience may be considered.Proven ability to manage complex clinical cases.Competencies
Technical Skills : Proficiency with advanced critical care equipment and technology; strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology related to critical care.Critical Thinking : Ability to make rapid decisions in high-pressure situations and prioritize effectively.Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members, patients, and families.Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with five years of emergency room nursing experience may be considered in lieu of BSN.Licenses and Certifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.Current PALS certification.Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification or equivalent, to be obtained within 90 days if not already held.Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) or equivalent certification is preferred.All candidates must successfully complete a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment.