Travel Registered Nurse – Emergency Services (ER RN)
Shift: Night Shift
Working Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Position Type: Travel Contract
Job Summary
The Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Emergency Department. The nurse utilizes the nursing process, critical thinking, clinical judgment, and leadership skills to assess patient conditions, prioritize care, implement treatment plans, and ensure safe, effective patient care in accordance with the South Carolina Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies.
Key Responsibilities
Assess patients’ conditions, identify healthcare needs, and develop and implement individualized care plans.
Provide timely nursing care to patients presenting with acute illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in clinical status, and respond promptly to emergencies.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
Demonstrate critical thinking and sound clinical judgment when prioritizing patient care.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient treatment.
Delegate nursing responsibilities appropriately based on staff members’ qualifications and experience.
Provide direction and supervision to assigned personnel to maintain patient safety and quality of care.
Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
Maintain clinical competencies through continuing education and compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of recent Emergency Room (ER) nursing experience.
Current South Carolina RN license or a valid multistate RN license with authorization to practice in South Carolina.
Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC.
All required certifications must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), as specified by the facility.