Registered Nurse (RN)

Summary

Job Description:

Emergency Department - RN/PRN
PRN First Shift
BHCOR-Cor ER I Corbin, KY

The Emergency Department is a 28-bed level III, emergency department, established to provide care for individuals with acute medical or surgical illnesses or injuries for which immediate medical attention is required or desired.

Performs care requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process. Utilizes high-level assessment skills to design and ensure multidisciplinary patient care to meet holistic needs, incorporating established practice guidelines and regulatory standards. Must possess the ability to supervise LPNs, CNAs, Techs, Unit Secretaries, and Clinical students. All employees will continually monitor and adhere to safety responsibilities and initiatives.

RN-ER-PRN

• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments.

• Update plan of care each shift; set measurable goals.

• Evaluate patient response andcommunicatestatus.

• Ensureaccuratedocumentation and quality improvement.

• Deliver care per policy and MD orders.

• Implement nursing and education plans.

• Handle emergencies andfacilitatepatient flow.

• Monitor staff compliance.

• Delegate tasks appropriately.

• Respond effectivelyinemergent situations.

• Use SBAR and ARCC for communication.

• Promote safety and attention to detail.

• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork.

• Prioritize and organizeworkload.

• Provideaccuratereports and delegate tasks.

• Act as role model and resource; support orientation and growth.

• Attend safety and mandatory training.

• Maintain licensure and complete education.

• Comply withregulations and report violations.

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky.

• Bachelor's or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.

• ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.

• Basic Life Support required. New employees requiring CPR-Basic Life Support (BLS)-American Heart Association should receive (CPR) training within the first week of orientation.

• Glucometer Training

• Basic Cardiac Arrythmia within 6 months

• NIH Stroke Certification within 6 months

• 12 Lead within 6 months

• Nurse Wound Care within30 days

• Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC) within 6months

• Benefits: PRN (As Needed)

  Preventive Plan

  Retirement Plans

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