RN Or Paramedic - Emergency Department

Under the general supervision of the Director of Emergency Services, is responsible for safe, effective, and quality patient and family centered care in the Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

1 Plans, evaluates, directs and renders care according to established standards of care

2 Incorporates evidenced based best practice into everyday clinical activities

3 Performs medication reconciliation and administers medications safely and appropriately using the 5 rights of medication administration, leveraging technology and pharmacy resources

4 Recognizes and performs nursing interventions to maintain the body's homeostasis (acid-base balance, fluids and electrolyte imbalances, wound and tissue perfusion)

5 In accordance with standing Emergency Department medical protocols and standing orders; enters orders, interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition, communicates same treating provider

6 Maintains accurate, detailed clinical nursing documentation, reports and records

7 Within the scope of nursing practice, provides oversight of nursing care activates of ancillary nursing/healthcare teams member

8 Demonstrate flexibility, practice and collaboration to cross train in other departments

9 Consistently utilizes clear, concise, professional communication in all interactions including; with patients, families, between disciplines, inter-departmentally and with outside agencies

Qualifications

Current RN or Paramedic License

BLS, ACLS Required

PALS, TNCC Preferred