AHS - Sherman Medical Center·Sherman, Texas
Responsible for delivering safe patient care in the Emergency Department through assessment, planning, and implementation. Coordinates with physicians regarding clinical changes and guides patient and family education.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Emergency Department. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her patients in the Emergency Department. He / She communicates with the physician about the changes in the patient’s clinical condition. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Is knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and Hospital Social Worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Current and valid state RN License. 2. Current BLS certificate upon hire or obtain within 30 days. 3. Current ACLS certificate or within 60 days of hire. 4. Current PALS certificate or within 90 days of hire. 5. Minimum of one year experience as a staff nurse RN in an acute care hospital setting preferred; E.R. setting preferred. 6. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred. 7. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. 8. Current Behavioral violence prevention certification or obtain within 30 days. 9. Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) within 9 months of hire required. 10. NIHSS within 30 days of hire.
Requires a valid state RN license and certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC. A BSN and one year of acute care or ER experience are preferred.
Market context
In Texas, nursing roles like this often draw steady demand in dialysis and other patient-care settings because employers need licensed LVN/LPN candidates who can start safely and learn specialized workflows. These positions can be competitive when they require a current license, preferred dialysis experience, and completion of a training program soon after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm you meet the license, color-recognition, and training expectations before applying.
