We’re seeking an experienced Critical Care Access Nurse (PRN) to join our NEW Community Hospital team.

At Exceptional Health Care, you will serve as a critical lifeline within our healthcare system. In this role, you will provide both direct and indirect patient care in the emergency setting, demonstrating initiative, flexibility, accountability, and sound clinical judgment with minimal supervision.

In addition to emergency department responsibilities, this nurse will serve PRN on the Critical Care Access Team, supporting higher-acuity patients and assisting with stabilization, escalation of care, and critical interventions as needed.

All Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurses (RN) are expected to triage every patient safely, rapidly, and accurately upon entry into the emergency care system, ensuring timely and appropriate care delivery.

As an ER RN-PRN you will cross-trained to work in both the Emergency Department and Inpatient setting, as well as be available for day or night shifts as needed to support staffing demands and coverage needs.
 
Why Work With Us?
We are a patient-focused healthcare provider committed to delivering the highest standards of care while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture. Our team takes pride in adhering to the Exceptional Promise by treating every patient and employee with courtesy, dignity, and respect.

• Comfortable patient ratios that allow for true patient connection
• Greater autonomy, closer team alignment, and genuine connections
• Opportunities for a path to clinical leadership
• Cross training opportunities
• Quicker throughput processes
• Less administrative friction and direct communication with leadership
• A modern standalone facility with full spectrum Med Lab, Radiology, and Pharmacy support
• In-house Respiratory Therapist (24 hr coverage)

Here, you'll find opportunities for growth, a supportive team, and the resources you need to succeed.
 
Key Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• 2+ years of ER RN experience.
• Current nursing license and certifications – BLS, ACLS & PALS.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

• Determine priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system.
• Communicate with Emergency Department physicians about changes in patient's status, symptomatology, and results of diagnostic studies.
• Able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Maintain awareness of current ER operational policies and procedures which impact position responsibilities.
• Demonstrate current comprehensive and professional knowledge and skills in conformation with recognized nursing standards including the Patient Bill of Rights standards for patient care and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Provide direct patient care, evaluate outcomes, consult with other specialists as required and adjust nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
• Able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients and the general patient population.
• Able to use triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients and accurately assign triage categories.
• Able to adequately assess and reassess pain, utilize appropriate pain management techniques, and educate the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Able to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac monitoring to identify dysrhythmias.
• Able to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory's and according to patient care unit's policies and procedures.
• Able to interpret the results of waived tests and take appropriate action on waived test results.
• Maintain current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and his/her clinical condition.
• Maintain accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses, and assessment of changes.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Interact professionally with patient and family and involve patient and family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Formulate a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness of learning, including family in teaching as appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with ER standards.
• Ensure an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
• Assist in cost containment through appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment.

• PRN shifts with 12-hour rotations, including weekends/ holidays.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching and financial wellness programs.
• Paid time off (PTO) and work-life balance support.
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities.

 
Why Choose Us?
At Exceptional Healthcare, we believe in empowering our nurses to lead with confidence. As an Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse(RN), you’ll play a key role in fostering care to our patients.

We believe in a culture of excellence and teamwork, and provide a dynamic and supportive work environment.  Equipping you with state-of-the-art facilities, ongoing education, and strong leadership support to help you excel in your role.
 
Ready to Join?
Exceptional Healthcare is working to transform patient care, one shift at a time! Apply today and take the next step in your nursing career.