Hybrid Registered Nurse Emergency Dept PRN at Baptist Health Floyd

Baptist Health Floyd, Emergency Department
PRN (Work as Needed), 36 hrs. required per 6-week schedule. 12 of 36 hours must be on a weekend.

Job Duties:

In this role, the RN will be responsible and accountable for direct comprehensive nursing care for the patient. The Registered Nurse will function as an on-shift team member providing direct patient care to meet the needs of patients, families, and co-workers.

About the Unit:

The Emergency Department (ED) has 41 beds divided between two pods with 37 private rooms. A split-flow area is located near main triage and provides care to lower acuity patients. Split flow varies from 5-8 patients and is run by 1-2 nurses and a mid-level provider. This fast-paced ED treats an average of 160+ patients per day. ED staff encounter a wide variety of patients including acute cardiovascular and neurovascular emergencies, general medical emergencies, traumatic injuries, and psychiatric patients. The ED is recognized by the American Heart Association as both a STEMI receiving center and a designated Primary Stroke Center. New Graduate RNs are welcome.

Qualifications:

Current Indiana or compact state RN license.

BLS for healthcare provider required.

ACLS certification required (obtained within 12 months of hire).

PALS certification required (obtained within 12 months of hire).

NIHSS certification required (obtained within 10 weeks of hire).

Minimum of one (1) year of previous nursing experience required to hold a PRN position.

Baptist Health Floyd is a Pathway to Excellence® designated organization.