Rn Emergency Department

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department (ED) is responsible for overseeing daily patient flow to optimize care, safety, and satisfaction. This role involves performing nursing assessments, triaging patients, administering medications, assisting in procedures, and coordinating care. The RN must use critical thinking, prioritization, and communication skills to deliver high-quality patient-centered care independently and as part of the healthcare team.

• Oversee daily patient flow in the emergency department to ensure optimal care and safety.
• Triage incoming patient requests and prioritize care based on clinical assessment.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist with procedures as required.
• Deliver patient education to support care plans and promote wellness.
• Delegate nursing care appropriately according to state statutes.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary patient care to maximize outcomes and satisfaction.
• Manage high telephone volume related to medication requests, information, and assistance.
• Work independently with minimal supervision when necessary.
• Advocate for patient safety, preferences, and effective communication using Relationship-Based Care principles.
• Model Just Culture principles and uphold organizational values.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations.

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state.
• Minimum of one year experience in critical care or emergency nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification.

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

• Must adhere to Colorado state nursing statutes regarding delegation and scope of practice.
• Role requires compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency department environment.

• Rotating shifts in the Emergency Department, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned.