Registered Nurse - Emergency Dept

*Student Loan Assistance Program available for those who qualify Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department 0.90 FTE, 72 Hours a Pay Period Days, Hours between 7 am - 7 pm Weekends: Every Third Weekend Holidays: Every Third Holiday

Position Overview

Essential duties & responsibilities

• Keeps updated on current ED nursing practice, medications, and legal issues related to patient-based services.
• Provides safe and effective care to a myriad of acutely ill and/or injured patients:
• Is familiar with and able to use the emergency equipment in the department.
• Is knowledgeable of changing acuity levels. Is able to recognize signs of a patient in crisis and initiates necessary emergency action and sees through resolution.
• Is able to recognize the difference between normal/abnormal EKG’s.
• Acts as a triage nurse by assessing patients and categorizing their needs and reassessing them until they have been cared for (in the treatment rooms or the waiting room). The assigned triage role is typically introduced at 1 year following completion of RN orientation and assigned Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) training. This may be introduced earlier or later if deemed appropriate. Clinical knowledge and customer service excellence is essential. Includes the patient, family, and/or significant other in the plan of care and provides basic timelines/expectations to help the patient understand what is to be expected as the ED visit progresses to completion. Uses good judgment in determining nursing actions that are in the best interest of the patient and makes decisions based upon scientific knowledge, nursing experience, and patient information.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, medical staff, co-workers, and staff from other departments.
• When acting as the charge nurse, the RN is responsible for the unit management for the shift.
• The charge nurse is responsible for the following:
• Acts as a resource to staff and works with the ED Leader for problem solving and improvement efforts in the unit.
• Facilitates the assignments and delivery of nursing care as needed.
• Assesses adequate staffing and determines the need to call in additional staff for high demand and will send staff home/place a RN on call when appropriate. The Charge RN will assure all absent time is tracked on the ED A1/low census log.
• Assigns staff members a specific function during emergency situations.
• Keeps department leadership informed in a timely manner regarding occurrences/incidents on shift. Uses critical thinking skills, policy, and procedures for decision making.
• Uses standard work protocols as a guide and holds colleagues accountable to the standard work.
• The Charge Nurse position is typically introduced 1 year following completion of orientation. This role may be introduced earlier or later as deemed appropriate.
• Follows recommended infection control procedures when caring for patients.
• Is constantly vigilant to the safety needs of patients and taking necessary precautions as warranted.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly and removes from the patient care area to maintain a safe environment.
• Conforms to the Nurse Practice Act. Must complete FEMA emergency preparedness training IS-100 and IS-200 training within 6 months of hire. EMTALA training is required upon hire and annually thereafter.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct reports

Skills and Experience

Required

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• BLS Certification
• ACLS
• RN License - MN
• Certification in ENPC or PALS, TNCC, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention are required within the first year of employment.
• ACLS-EP is acceptable for the experienced ACLS provider (6 years or more of ACLS Certification)
• All required certifications must remain current once initially obtained
• Basic
• Computer
• Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, Patient Information Database (Cerner)

Preferred

• One year of Emergency Department, Critical Care, or Acute Nursing Care is preferred

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

Health Insurance

• Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income
• Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement
• Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life
• Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education &
• Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee
• Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy

Disclaimer

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.