About this opportunity
FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc. lists this RN Emergency Department opportunity in virginia, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.
The nurse will triage patients to determine prioritization of care, diagnostic testing, and other requirements. The nurse will help stabilize patients, document symptoms, and elevate concerns to medical provider. The nurse must be able to multitask effectively while providing excellent patient care.
Responsibilities
Triage incoming patients using ESI acuity level
Manage care for patients experiencing acute illnesses, injuries, trauma, or allergic reactions
Assess patient care needs to determine prioritization of treatment
Collaborate with the emergency room multidisciplinary team to establish treatment goals and develop care plan
Administer life-sustaining medications, resuscitative IV fluids, and blood products
Stabilize patients for further treatment
Monitor vital signs and document findings in the electronic health record (EHR)
Perform diagnostic tests and assist with bedside procedures to stabilize critically ill patients
Document patient care and communicate with the healthcare team
Administer patient education including follow-up care instructions
Provide emotional support to patients, caregivers, and family
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved School of Nursing with a current North Carolina RN license or RN multi-state licensure privilege through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
Certifications required: ACLS, PALS, BLS
Certifications Recommended: TNCC, CEN
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Worksite address
virginia, MN, 55792, US
Who can apply
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