What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Department position at Lavaca Medical Center?
We are currently seeking a highly skilled, compassionate and reliable RN to serve in the emergency department of our hospital during the day shift. In this role, you will deliver exceptional patient care in a Level IV Trauma Center alongside dedicated health professionals. To succeed in this position, you will be confident in your skills, committed to exceptional patient care, and possess the ability to work within our iCare team.
In order to maintain the trust of our community, the prospective Emergency Room RN should foster our iCare values of Integrity, Commitment, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. In addition, the candidate should be able to perform the essential duties, as well as meet the qualifications listed below.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
- · Perform ongoing assessment, formulates nursing diagnosis and goals, plans appropriate interventions, and evaluates the outcome of the interventions.
- · Willingness to be flexible, filling both day and night open shifts.
- · Works collaboratively with doctors and staff to provide exceptional care.
- · Manages multiple cases simultaneously, prioritizing needs continually.
- · Works at maximum efficiency without compromising quality of care.
- · Conducts self in a composed and professional manner, especially under pressure.
- · Provides appropriate teaching and information to patients and families.
- · Maintains required inventory of supplies and equipment in the ER.
- · Participates in quality of care activities, evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, and attends all required training and continuing education events.
- · Basic computer skills - familiarity with windows based software programs.
- Experience with EHR.
**Lavaca Medical Center is a 25-bed rural hospital located in Hallettsville, Texas. A rural health clinic, Lavaca Family Health Clinic, is located within the facility, as well. We are looking for energetic, dedicated employees to help us achieve our vision of "Continued Healthcare Excellence - Every Patient, Every Time." For more information on our facility, please visit
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Preferred)
Work Location: In person