Clinical Nurse – Emergency Department

Role Summary: Provides direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing activities. Promotes patient- and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment needs, and medication administration. Ensures safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while developing and documenting individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families. Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural considerations. Recognized as a safety-sensitive role requiring constant alertness.

Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
Licensure: Current RN license
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least 2 years of experience
Experience: ED nursing experience and leadership skills in a clinical setting are advantageous

Key Duties:

Assess and evaluate patient needs across physical, emotional, and psychosocial domains

Educate patients and families on care management and post-discharge needs

Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and professional development activities

Develop and communicate comprehensive care plans aligned with standards of nursing practice

Maintain a safe environment and adhere to regulatory guidelines

Additional Information: The role offers night shifts, with three 12-hour shifts per schedule, and includes night differentials. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and other resources to support well-being. The position emphasizes collaboration, fast-paced decision-making, and serving a diverse patient population in a Level I Trauma Center environment.