Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Job Title: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: La Junta, CO 81050
Shift: 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:00) or (11:00 - 23:00)
Start Date: ASAP
Job Duration: 13-week renewable contract
Salary: $1,922-$2,243/week
We are currently seeking experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses with a specialization in Emergency Room (ER) nursing to join our team. If you have a passion for providing exceptional care in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. First-time travelers are also welcomed!
Responsibilities:
- Assess and triage patients in the emergency room, providing initial medical screening and determining the urgency of care.
- Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered by the attending physician.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs, symptoms, and changes in condition.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Perform emergency medical interventions and provide life-saving measures when necessary.
- Coordinate and communicate with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and effective care delivery.
- Adhere to established protocols, guidelines, and best practices for emergency nursing.
- Document all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff, following infection control and safety protocols.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
Requirements:
- Valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Emergency Room (ER) setting.
- First-time travelers with strong ER experience are welcomed.
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certifications.
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care and maintaining patient safety.
Note: COVID-19 vaccination is required for all employees. Medical or religious exemptions may be considered.
If you are a dedicated and experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity, we invite you to apply.