ER RN, Waycross, GA

Job Description: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room (ER) 

Location: Waycross, GA

Job Type: Full-time

• Openings: 4 positions available
• Compensation Range: $26.38 - $39.56 per hour
• Relocation Assistance: $5,000 for distances over 250 miles, $2,500 for distances over 50 miles.
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
• Shift Differentials: Nights - $2.75, Weekends - $3.75.

Job Summary: We're seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to join a vibrant team in the Emergency Room. As an ER Nurse, you'll play a crucial role in triaging, assessing, and treating patients across all age groups, from minor injuries to critical emergencies. Join us in providing compassionate care in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately document nursing notes reflecting patient condition changes, transfers, and discharges.
• Administer medications following precise physician orders.
• Manage incoming calls, including potential phone triage requirements.
• Ensure efficient patient flow through all ER zones, from triage to trauma and behavioral health areas.
• Coordinate and triage incoming ambulance traffic.
• Collaborate under the guidance of the primary ED attending.
• Utilize the Emergency Severity Index 5-level triage algorithm effectively.
• Respond promptly in critical situations, acting as a resource nurse in trauma scenarios.
• Demonstrate critical thinking in managing emergency situations and decision-making.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, medications, and treatments, offering ongoing support.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Nursing program; an Associate's Degree in Nursing or higher is required.
• Valid state licensure as a Registered Nurse or an active Compact/Multi-State RN license.
• Current American Heart Association certifications in PALS and ACLS.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an emergency room setting.

Application Information: If you're passionate about emergency care and meet the qualifications, apply now! Be part of an ER team and make a significant impact. Send your resume and cover letter directly to brandon@mercurygroupstaffing.com