Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
RN STAFF NURSE - MAGEE GENERAL HOSPITAL EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
Career Insights for Emergency Room Registered Nurse
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Mississippi data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
An Emergency Room Registered Nurse cares for patients in a hospital Emergency Room. Works with Physicians and other clinicians as part of an emergency care team. Provides emergency medical care and emotional support to patients and families dealing with trauma.
$76,791 / year median in Mississippi
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title Registered Nurse - Emergency Room Department MGH Emergency Department Full Time/PRN PRN Job Summary Provides evaluation of assigned patients and plans, implements, and documents nursing care. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures, performs patient testing, administers medications within the RN scope of practice, and promotes patient independence through education and care planning. Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Current Mississippi RN licensure required. BLS certification required. ACLS and PALS certifications required (or within 30 days of hire for new certifications and prior to independent patient care assignments). TNCC required for new certifications after one year of emergency nursing experience. CPI certification required within 90 days of hire. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. One (1) year of emergency or critical care nursing experience strongly preferred. ATLS certification strongly preferred. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Evaluate assigned patients and develop nursing care plans. Implement and document nursing care accurately and timely. Assist physicians during examinations and procedures. Perform patient testing and administer medications within RN scope of practice. Educate patients and families regarding conditions, medications, and self-care skills. Promote patient safety and quality outcomes in the emergency department. Professional Responsibilities Maintain current licensure and certifications. Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork. Follow hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care. Maintain patient confidentiality and professional conduct. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout the shift. Ability to respond rapidly in emergency situations. Ability to assist with patient movement, transfers, and positioning. All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position. South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.