Bay Area Hospital·Fort Bridger, Wyoming
Apply the nursing process to provide care for emergency department patients and document care in medical records. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate overall patient care and provide education to patients and their families.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department Within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, applies the nursing process to the care of patients. Teaches patients and significant others. Documents patient care in the medical record. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Able to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language. Exhibits critical thinking and problem-solving skills Flexible, able to prioritize and adapt to rapidly-changing patient and unit needs. Demonstrates effective teaching skills. Responds effectively to patient crisis/emergency situations Proficient in use of computer, including accessing internet, word processing, and documenting in an electronic medical record system. Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES SAFE class or organization approved workplace violence training or obtain within 6 months of hire which must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6 month grace period American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support card or obtain within 6 months of hire American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Nurses’ Association Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course card or obtain within 1 year of hire Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) card for initial certification or obtain within 1 year of hire National certification in emergency nursing (CEN or equivalent) preferred Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Oregon American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) EXPERIENCE Recent emergency nurse experience Recent (within past 5 years) acute care hospital experience GENERAL INFORMATION Union Affiliation: ONA The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required. PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently May be required to lift up to 50 pounds Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone Requires frequent use of personal computer Must demonstrate manual dexterity Compensation Grade: ONA Compensation Grade Profile: Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Anti-Retaliation Notice #Level1 Serving Oregon's South Coast with high quality healthcare since 1974, Bay Area Hospital is an acute care district hospital with 129 beds. We are accredited by the Joint Commission, with some of the most advanced technological equipment on the Oregon Coast. We strive to improve the health of our community everyday by offering a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic services, and our employees embody our values of kindness, excellence, teamwork, ownership, and innovation.
Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Oregon with recent emergency and acute care hospital experience. Required certifications include BLS, with ACLS, PALS, and TNCC to be obtained within specified timeframes.
Market context
Wyoming nursing support roles often draw steady demand in hospitals, long-term care, and other patient-care settings, especially for CNAs who can start quickly and work in acute care environments. These positions are competitive because employers commonly want an active Wyoming CNA license, AHA RQI certification soon after hire, and prior CNA or acute care experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and certification timeline before applying.
