Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)

At Vista Medical Center, people are the foundation of our commitment to provide quality, compassionate care. Vista Medical Center East is home to a Level II Trauma Center-certified Emergency Department staffed by board-certified emergency physicians and trauma-trained registered nurses.

Job Summary:

• Responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and education of assigned patients; prioritizing patient care based on acuity level and available resources.
• Assist physicians during examination, treatment, and procedures; administering prescribed medications, changing dressings, cleaning wounds, monitoring vital signs; assessing and coordinating patients' discharge planning needs with team members.
• Monitoring and maintaining accurate patient medical records; and communicating patient condition as appropriate using computerized documentation systems.
• Communicate and collaborate with physicians or specialists regarding patient care.
• Assess the psychological, social, and emotional needs of patient's family/significant others.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse in Illinois.
• BLS upon hire; also ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ECRN with designated timeframe.
• Emergency or critical care experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in an acute care setting preferred.