Job Description

*Offering Shift Diff for Nights and Weekends*

Position Summary

The Emergency Room Nurse provides direct and indirect patient care in the emergency care setting and provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with a minimum of supervision. The Emergency Room Nurse is able to triage safely, rapidly and accurately, every patient that enters the emergency care system.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Determine priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system
Communicate with Emergency Department physicians about changes in patient's status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies
Able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment
Maintain awareness of current ER operational policies and procedures which impact position responsibilities
Demonstrate current comprehensive and professional knowledge and skills in conformation with recognized nursing standards including the Patient Bill of Rights standards for patient care and the Nurse Practice Act
Provide direct patient care, evaluate outcomes, consult with other specialists as required and adjust nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care
Able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy, including pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients and the general patient population
Able to use triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients and accurately assign triage categories
Able to adequately assess and reassess pain, utilize appropriate pain management techniques, and educate the patient and family regarding pain management
Able to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results
Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac monitoring to identify dysrhythmias
Able to perform moderate and waived testing per Clinical Laboratory's and according to patient care unit's policies and procedures.
Able to interpret the results of moderate and waived tests and take appropriate action on test results
Maintain current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and his/her clinical condition
Maintain accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses and assessment of changes
Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Interact professionally with patient and family and involve patient and family in the formation of the plan of care
Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness of learning, including family in teaching as appropriate
Maintain a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with ER standards
Ensure an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment
Assist in cost containment through appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment
Maintain and use all instruments in the Clinical Laboratory safely and correctly
Responsible for ensuring companywide compliance with state and federal Clinical Laboratory rules and regulations
Perform quality control procedures and maintain records on these checks
Perform calibrations in compliance with manufacturer's requirements
Ensures proficiency testing specimens are done in compliance with policy
Oversees documentation of temperatures/humidity checks
Monitors appropriate send out lab procedures
Maintains current appropriate and needed policies and procedures
Demonstrate knowledge of new testing methods, products and instrumentation; remain informed on all current technologies
Maintain inventory of necessary supplies and submit orders for restocking as needed
Demonstrate the values to team concept on a consistent basis
Interact professionally with all department members, physicians, staff, administration and the
irector of Clinical Laboratory
Responsible for documenting correct information for compliance purposes.
Remain knowledgeable about appropriate testing procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Safety/Infection Control

Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations and ER policies and procedures pertaining

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
At least 3-5 years of Emergency Room Registered Nurse experience

LANGUAGE/MATH/REASONING ABILITY

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation

COMPUTER SKILLS

Basic computer skills

CERTIFICATE/LICENSES

Current RN license within the state of practice
Current BCLS Certification
ACLS
PALS

Competencies

Professional Maturity: The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at hand
Responsibility: The ability to accept choices you have made and the results they have led to
Communication: The ability to write and speak effectively; actively listens to others, and give feedback
Flexibility: Demonstrate responsiveness and adaptability following change initiatives
Intelligence: Understand information and apply new knowledge

JOB DESCRIPTION

Energetic: Exhibits high levels of energy and enthusiasm
Organized: Efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplished
Computer Savvy: The ability to use technology efficiently and effectively
Customer Service: The ability to enhance customer satisfaction
Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge: Knowledgeable of current role and technical systems, and the impact it has on the organization
Integrity and Respect : Demonstrates upmost level of integrity
Interpersonal Communication: Writes and speaks effectively based on the psychological, relational, situation, environmental and cultural dynamics within the situation
Collaboration and Partnership: Encourages participation from team members
Manages Change: Demonstrates flexibility with changing environments
Problem Solving: Resolve issues in a timely manner
Attention to Detail : Follows procedures to ensure entry of data
Organization : Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activities
Judgment : Ability to make independent decisions
Teamwork : Works with others to accomplish objectives and shows support for decisions
Quality: Sets high standards to ensure quality in work performed
Accountability: Takes responsibility for adhering to all company policies, procures, and performance expectations

Physical Demands

Requires visual acuity to inspect and analyze work close to the eyes and ability to hear sound with or without correction; Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, reach, stand, walk pull, push lift, and able to exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily administrative nature
The physical demands for this position include: adequate vision, hearing, and repetitive motion
Ascending or descending stairs, ramps and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
Substantial movements (motion) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive manner
Bending legs downward and forward by bending leg and spine
Standing, particularly for sustained periods of time.
Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving object horizontally from position to position

Work Environment

Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation

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Company Description

We make lives better every day by providing extraordinary care through dedicated focus on our patients, the culture of our company, and the community with a vision to be The Best Neighbors Ever.

Neighbors Emergency Center has six locations throughout Houston.

Company Description

Neighbors Emergency Center has a Purpose that drives our vision inspired by our patients, culture, and community. We believe in providing extraordinary care that is dedicated to making lives better every day. Neighbors Emergency Center operates with an unfaltering vision to be The Best Neighbors Ever. This means providing unparalleled medical care driven by compassion, respect, and dedication. We are focused on our patients, the culture of our company, and the community.\r\n\r\nWe make lives better every day by providing extraordinary care through dedicated focus on our patients, the culture of our company, and the community with a vision to be The Best Neighbors Ever.\r\n\r\nNeighbors Emergency Center has six locations throughout Houston.