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Emergency Room (ER) Nurse Jobs

Staff Nurse, Emergency Department

University Hospital, Newark NJ Newark, NJ

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to skillfully administer total patient care in accordance with Emergency Nursing Standards of Practice, provides leadership and clinical expertise in the assessing, planning and delivery of emergency care. Provides specialized primary nursing care for acutely ill and injured trauma cases in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. One (1) year of recent (recent meaning within two (2) years) Emergency Department, Critical Care or Medical/Surgical experience required. BLS required. Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS). ACLS and PALS required within twelve (12) months of employment and must maintained throughout employment. Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is required. Proficiency in the English language is required. BSN preferred. Successful completion of a Progressive Care Course or Progressive Care Certification preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word. Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical thinking. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to organize care/activities of multiple patients.

Full-time

2 years ago

Advanced Practice Nurse, Emergency Department

University Hospital, Newark NJ Newark, NJ

Responsibilities Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Three (3) years of nursing experience in Emergency Department, Critical Care or Medical/Surgical required. One (1) year of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse in Emergency, Critical Care, Adult or Familypreferred. Demonstrates effective leadership competencies to be carried out in the day‐to‐day activities of the department. BLS (CPR) and ACLS required. Computer literacy required Qualifications Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey; BLS (CPR); ACLS

Full-time

2 years ago

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department

Hayward Area Memorial Hospital Hayward, WI

Full-Time - 0.75 (60 hours per pay period) or 0.9 (72 hours per pay period) Hayward Area Memorial Hospital About the Job Hayward Area Memorial Hospital & Water’s Edge is currently seeking a highly organized, compassionate candidate to join our Emergency Department team! ER Nurses are the first line of defense when responding to patient injuries, trauma, or allergic reactions. They are always prepared to respond to emergencies, assist doctors in emergency medical care, and ensure a high quality of nursing standards are maintained. We are seeking candidates that are able to remain calm under pressure, display sound decision-making skills and be attentive to patient needs. Education of patient’s family and other health care team members is provided by the RN, incorporating health maintenance, disease process and discharge planning. Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing or state approved school of Nursing. Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse license Current BLS certification Current ACLS and PALS preferred Hospital Nursing experience preferred Department: Emergency Department Shift Time: PM Shifts (1700-0500), every third weekend and holiday rotation Benefits and Salary: Commensurate with position and experience. Comprehensive benefits package to include: medical, HSA, dental, 403(b) with employer match of 5%, life insurance, long-term disability, PTO, sick time, EAP, wellness benefits, etc. About Us As an independent hospital, we live our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of our region. To improve access to care, we have expanded our local specialty and primary care services in our communities. Not far from Duluth, MN, our campus resides in the beautiful north woods of Wisconsin where you can balance work and home life on our beautiful lakes and trails by partaking in personal interests such as biking, cross-country skiing, hiking, fishing, water sports, ATVing, snowmobiling, and much more.

ER Nurse Jobs Overview

As a nursing professional in the emergency department (ED), also called the emergency room (ER), you’re part of a team of doctors, triage nurses, and other clinicians that moves quickly to assess patients and deliver medical treatments for injury or illness. If you’re in search of ER nurse jobs, you can find them right here in a mix of settings, from rural areas to large cities.

Of the nearly 155.4 million ER visits made in the United States each year, some of the most common reasons are:

Stomach and abdominal pain, cramps, and spasms
Chest pain and related symptoms
Shortness of breath
Cough
Fever

Being an ER nurse gives you the opportunity to work in stand-alone emergency departments or in large hospitals. Additionally, you could opt for ER travel nurse jobs if you want to treat patients where resources are limited or where there’s a pressing need for aid (such as after a disaster).

Start searching Credenza today for full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, or per diem emergency room nurse jobs.

Education and Certifications for ER Nursing Jobs

To qualify for an ER nurse job, you’ll need to hold a nursing license or certification in good standing. Many ER jobs will require you to be certified in some or all of the following:

Basic life support (BLS)
Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
Emergency nursing pediatric (ENPC)
Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS)
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN)
Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)

For certain emergency department nurse jobs, you may need to have prior ED or acute care experience.

ER Nurse Resume and Cover Letter

To help distinguish yourself from other candidates applying to emergency room nurse jobs, put some time and effort into crafting an excellent ER nursing resume. Make sure your resume reflects the requirements that you see in a particular job posting.

For instance, if the posting says the preferred applicant will exhibit “a high level of professionalism in a fast-paced environment,” feature that phrase in your resume. Follow up in your ER nurse cover letter by telling a story that shows your experience and skills in that area. Doing this helps the employer to have a better understanding of the value you’d bring to the role.

Interviewing for ER Jobs

ER nursing is not for the faint of heart — and neither is interviewing for a job. Don’t let your nerves get the better of you. Prepare by taking a look at some of the top ER nurse interview questions and practicing your answers. This can go a long way in helping you to feel more confident when pursuing ED nurse jobs.

ER Nurse Salary

The average annual salary for a staff ER nurse is around $85,000 for an RN. Your location, level of experience, facility type, and employer can affect what you earn. For a clearer picture of ER nurse jobs’ salary expectations in your area, explore the current openings on Credenza by your license type:

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