ED REGISTERED NURSE

Job Specific Competencies Central Line Catheter care

Performs venipuncture, IV infusion therapy and pump usage

Wound care assessment, documentation and wound prevention protocol as per policy

Completes Plan of Care. Initiate, review and resolve based on diagnosis and history

Completes assessments and reassessments and required documentation accurately and timely

Renders appropriate nutritional care including enteral + parenteral therapies

Medication administration which includes critical medications and evaluates response

Adheres to infection prevention protocol including but not limited to hand hygiene, PPE and universal precautions

Administration of blood and blood products

Able to perform chest PT, oral, naso, tracheostomy, endo, and tracheal suctioning

Activates Core Measures and Septic Protocols as indicated

Reports critical Lab, Radiology, EKG, + ABG values to MD according to policy

Interprets cardiac monitor rhythm + performs appropriate interventions

Identifies + responds to emergency situations

Proficient in ventilation management + pulmonary support

Demonstrates proficiency in life support; code blue and Rapid Response

Adapts to varied age specific patient populations; e.g. infant, toddler, adult, etc.

Identifies concomitant health + social needs of patients

Ensures proper discharge instructions and medication reconciliation including follow-up referral

Interprets cardiac monitor rhythm + performs appropriate interventions

Assists with bedside interventional procedures

Uses Emergency Severity Index(ESI) tool appropriately in triage

Activates ER Nursing Protocols appropriately

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

BS in Nursing.

Valid NJ state RN License.

BLS, ACLS - AHA APPROVED