ER
Emergency Department Nurse
Position Overview
Join the emergency department as a Registered Nurse providing direct patient care in a high-volume, fast-paced setting. You'll implement and monitor individualized patient care plans, communicate patient conditions, coordinate care across disciplines, and execute physician and nursing orders with precision.
Shift & Schedule
- Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Start Date: November 15, 2026
Unit Overview
The emergency department handles approximately 55,000–60,000 patient visits annually. You'll work alongside nursing staff, clerks, transporters, and patient care technicians in a collaborative environment. The unit includes physician and nursing residency programs, with two charge nurses overseeing operations. Patient holding and boarding of inpatients is common.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients and implement evidence-based care plans
- Monitor, record, and communicate patient status to the healthcare team
- Coordinate care across multiple disciplines
- Manage discharge planning in collaboration with interdisciplinary staff
- Work independently with strong critical thinking and decisive judgment in a demanding environment
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse credential from the Texas Board of Nursing (before hire date)
- BLS Provider certification (American Heart Association) within 1 month of hire
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification within 6 months of hire
- PALS and ACLS certifications as applicable per facility requirements
Additional Details
- Navy scrubs required
- Standard Precautions and personal protective equipment protocols apply
- Ability to thrive in a stressful, high-acuity environment