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WorkSource Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Room in JOHN DAY, Oregon
Provides professional nursing care within the Emergency Department. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Communicates with ED physicians regarding changes in condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all departments. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Required: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. * RN License, in good standing with State of Oregon. * Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association (AHA). * Knowledge of customer service concepts. * Working knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, CMS, National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs), HIPPA and continued readiness related to healthcare or hospital standards. * Proven skill to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Preferred: * ACLS * PALS * TNCC Duties: * Uses triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients. Accurately assigns triage categories. * Monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results. * Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac monitoring; identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately. * Prepares, hangs, titrates, monitors and discontinues IV fluids and IV medication drips. * Maintains accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses and assessment of changes. * Demonstrate knowledge and care of a multiple trauma patient and prioritizes needs and care appropriately. * Assist physicians with procedures in the Emergency Department. * Additional duties as assigned. Wage and Benefits: * Competitive pay depending on experience. * Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD & D, and Retirement match.
