This job description for the ER staff RN at Patients Emergency Room and Hospital provides criteria for the evaluation of the Registered Nurse in a staff nurse position. The ER staff RN at Patients Emergency Room and Hospital cares for all patients including neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatrics. The ER staff RN will strive to provide proficient, competent care while maintaining the patient’s sense of comfort and dignity.
Position Responsibilities
The ER staff RN at Patients Emergency Room and Hospital will be responsible for:
1. Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation care of emergency patients.
2. Meeting and maintaining the RN Standards of Practice for Patients Emergency Room and Hospital
3. Participates in activities to plan, measure, assess and improve the quality of patient care.
4. Carrying out orders by physician accurately and efficiently
5. Identifying emergencies and providing necessary intervention
6. Showing leadership and direction with co-workers and other staff members.
7. Communicating appropriately with patients and co-workers
8. Showing knowledge when collaborating with physicians, nurses and other clinical facilities in making decisions about patient care
Position Requirements
The requirements for employment with Patients Emergency Room and Hospital are:
1. 2 years minimum ER RN experience in a hospital based Emergency Room - preferred
2. Successful completion of clinical orientation with proven capabilities in skill, knowledge base and vision of Patients Emergency Room and Hospital
3. Current Texas Registered Nurse licensure with the State Board of nurse Examiners. License must be in good standing.
4. Credentials BLS, ACLS, PALS/ENPC, NIH Stroke Scale certification required. (TNCC-preferred)
5. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding, as outlined in clinical competencies review, of:
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Age-specific care of the emergency patient
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Understanding of family dynamics and appropriate interaction
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Clinical competencies in abnormal lab or test values, medications and interactions
6. Maintains skill level by continuing education, collaborative training with co-workers and physicians and annual skills check offs.
Physical Demands
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Standing, walking, sitting, and twisting
- Lifting and Carrying up to 50 pounds
- Pushing and pulling
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Climbing (ascending and descending)
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Bending/ Stooping
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Using arm, leg and back muscles for extended periods
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., with assistance
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Working with hazardous chemicals
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Potential for cuts or bruises
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Working near radiation sources
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Potential exposure to communicable diseases
