Emergency Department RN FSED
Job Description Job Description Job Overview Introduction Are you seeking new career opportunities as an Emergency Department RN in a Fast-Track Emergency Department? We prioritize what matters most to nurses like you—both in your personal life and professional journey. We are thrilled to present an opportunity for you to become part of our organization, a leader in healthcare services across the nation. Benefits Our organization provides a comprehensive rewards package designed to enhance the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our team members. The benefits include: Extensive medical coverage that includes many common services at little to no cost. This encompasses prescription drug and mental health services, along with complimentary telemedicine and AirMed medical transport. Additional options for dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans (such as accident and critical illness coverage), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal assistance, long-term care insurance, relocation support, pet insurance, and more. Access to free counseling services and resources aimed at emotional, physical, and financial wellness. A 401(k) plan with a 100% match on contributions ranging from 3% to 9% of your salary, depending on your tenure. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering a 10% discount on company stock. Support for families through fertility and family-building benefits via Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for childcare, eldercare, pet care, home and auto repairs, event planning, and more. Consumer discounts through various programs. Retirement planning assistance, rollover services, and preferred banking partnerships. Educational support including tuition assistance, student loan help, certification support, and scholarships for dependents. A colleague recognition program. A Time Away From Work Program that includes paid time off, family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence. An Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free coverage for eligible full-time and part-time employees based on income. Note: Eligibility for benefits may differ by location. Do you want to work in an environment where your voice matters? Nurses play a crucial role in our commitment to enhancing human life. Within our organization, there are numerous avenues for nurses to express their opinions through professional practice councils, advisory councils, vital voices surveys, and distinguished units. We learn from our diverse nursing community and collaborate closely with our nurses. Job Summary and Qualifications This role will be based at our new Fast-Track Emergency Department located at: Centerpoint Medical Center ER of Independence 1545 East 23rd Street South Independence, MO 64055 The Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in line with departmental needs and the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. Working alongside medical providers and other care team members, the RN offers individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing frameworks such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN acts as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, embodying the organization’s vision, mission, and values to ensure an exceptional patient experience and clinical outcomes that enhance overall departmental performance. Regularly assesses patient pain to ensure effective pain management, including follow-up assessments after interventions. Executes procedures, monitoring, or other tasks as directed by medical providers, documenting care in the patient’s medical record promptly and thoroughly. Delivers outstanding care by responding swiftly to patient requests and proactively addressing their needs. Educates patients, families, and caregivers about medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, potential side effects, and follow-up care, simplifying complex medical terminology for better understanding. Instructs patients, families, and caregivers on non-medical follow-up actions, such as healthy lifestyle choices, disease prevention, and self-management strategies. Qualifications Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 90 days of starting employment. Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment. Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course certification must be obtained within one year of starting employment. Trauma Nursing Core Course certification must be obtained within one year of starting employment. Must be a Registered Nurse. Possession of an Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree. Experience as an Emergency Department RN is highly preferred. Our facility is a 285 bed hospital equipped with cutting-edge technology and equipment. We are dedicated to providing compassionate care and exceptional customer service to our patients. Our amenities for visitors include sleeper chairs in patient rooms, comfortable waiting areas, and wireless internet access. We are a Level II Trauma Center offering 24/7 emergency services and an accredited Chest Pain Center. Our services also encompass Orthopedic care, an accredited Cancer Program, Women’s Services, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Stroke Center. Our outpatient services include a Surgery Center, Advanced Wound Care Center, Pain Center, Sleep Disorder Center, Imaging, and Rehabilitation. We are part of a network of hospitals in the Kansas City area. Our organization has been recognized multiple times as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. In recent years, we have invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. “Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. Co-Founder If you believe this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, we encourage you to apply for the Emergency Department RN position. We review all applications and qualified candidates will be contacted by our team. We are eager to interview you—apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
