Job Summary
The role involves delivering both direct and indirect nursing care within the emergency department setting. The primary focus includes rapid triage, patient assessment, prioritization of care, and performing suitable interventions to respond to patients’ needs effectively.
Responsibilities
- Provide immediate nursing care and perform quick triage and assessment of patients.
- Prioritize patient needs and implement appropriate interventions.
- Continuously monitor patient responses and document care accurately.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
- Communicate any changes in a patient’s status to the relevant team members.
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate from an accredited professional nursing program.
- Current Registered Nurse license in Montana is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required within the first six months of employment.
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) certification must be obtained within one year.
- Experience in an emergency department is highly preferred, with critical care experience being an asset.
- CEN certification is also preferred.
- Strong skills in assessment, prioritization, critical thinking, communication, and teamwork are essential for this position.
