RN Staff Nurse - Emergency Department

at  UPMC

RN Staff Nurse
Emergency Department
.9 full-time, 7p-7a with rotation, every other weekend/holiday rotation
Union position: SEIU
Posted: 6/24/24
UPMC Altoona is hiring a future graduate or Registered Nurse to help support our Emergency Department! Our Registered Nurses
In our Emergency Department, we offer comprehensive care for minor and major injuries, illnesses, and serious traumas — 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our Emergency Department is a 51-bed facility (4 trauma bays included) as we are a Level 2 trauma center. Our specially trained experts provide emergency treatments and access to a wide variety of care for patients experiencing life-threatening: trauma, heart attack, and stroke along with utilizing the UPMC Stroke Telemedicine Program.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• None (future grads & experienced nurses are encouraged to apply!)

EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING REQUIRED:

• Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department’s orientation program and probationary period.
• Must complete NIHSS education prior to end of orientation period, if required.
• ACLS preferred, BLS required. PALS for specific units.

• Provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process, leadership for the nursing team and contribute to the education of a variety of members of the staff and students.
• Adheres to universal precautions.
• Completes annual competency validation activities.
• Complies with established occupational exposure policies.
• Demonstrates professionalism in providing patient care.
• Engages in collaborative discussions with medical staff and professionals to develop patient care plans.
• Identifies and addresses potential problems.
• Takes action to resolve environmental factors affecting patient care.
• Maintains proficiency in point-of-care testing.
• Serves as a consultant to other healthcare team members.
• Utilizes computer systems appropriately.
• Conducts patient assessments and documents needs.
• Evaluates patient outcomes and responses to care.
• Implements nursing protocols and standards.
• Coordinates health teaching for patients and families.
• Involves patients and families in care planning.
• Collaborates with community agencies and other healthcare professionals.