Job Summary
The primary role involves the evaluation and prioritization of emergency patients while delivering essential nursing care. This includes performing life-saving interventions, administering medications, managing intravenous therapy, and providing wound care. Additionally, the position necessitates support for physicians during examinations and medical procedures.
Responsibilities
- Assess and triage emergency patients promptly.
- Implement nursing interventions such as life support and medication administration.
- Administer IV therapy and conduct comprehensive wound care.
- Assist physicians in examinations and therapeutic processes.
- Continuously monitor and document the condition of patients.
- Coordinate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
- Educate patients and their families regarding care and procedures.
- Adhere to safety protocols, privacy regulations, and professional standards.
Qualifications
- A valid Registered Nurse license in good standing issued by the State of Tennessee.
- Preferred experience includes at least one year working in an emergency room setting.
- Completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory before engagement in the Emergency Department.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required to be obtained within 90 days of employment.
Braden Health LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
