Registered Nurse – Emergency Department City Division

ED Nurse Bonus Program:
In recognition of your experience and expertise, the Emergency Department offers a competitive bonus program for external new hires.

• 1 full year of critical care experience: $5,000 bonus
• 2+ years of critical care experience: $10,000 bonus
• 3+ years of critical care experience: $15,000 bonus

 

 

Position Overview: As a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center (ARMC), you will provide direct and continuous care to patients of all ages experiencing emergency medical conditions. This care includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patients with emergent, urgent, or non-urgent physical and psychosocial problems in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs), Physician Assistants (PAs), and support staff, to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care:
• Provide immediate, life-saving interventions for patients with medical or surgical emergencies.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients based on their presenting conditions, including those requiring minimal care or life-support measures.
• Deliver both acute and episodic care for physical and psychosocial emergencies in the Emergency Department (ED), adjusting care based on patient needs and triage classification.
• Provide patient education and support to patients and their families regarding their condition, treatment, and follow-up care.
2. Collaborative Practice:
• Work closely with a team of physicians, APNs, PAs, PCA/PCT/ED Technicians, and other medical staff to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Actively participate in patient flow and communication across various areas of the ED, including Fast Track, Rapid Evaluation, and Trauma/Resuscitation Units.
• Support communication between ED staff and paramedics, particularly in assisting with medical command base coordination for incoming patients.
3. Quality and Safety:
• Adhere to established protocols and clinical guidelines, including Joint Commission, New Jersey Department of Health, and Emergency Nurses Association standards.
• Participate in shift huddles and safety briefings to ensure alignment on patient flow, census updates, and safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the patient care system (FirstNet), ensuring all patient updates and changes are clearly communicated.
4. Specialized Care Areas:
• Care for patients in specialized areas of the ED, such as pediatric rooms, OB/GYN rooms, negative pressure isolation rooms, and trauma/resuscitation areas.
• Respond effectively to patients requiring psychological and behavioral health assessments, particularly in the Mainland Emergency Department, or those requiring specialized care in the Pediatric or SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) rooms.
• Provide care in the Hammonton Satellite Emergency Department, utilizing equipment for stabilization and diagnostics, including point-of-care laboratory services and radiology.
5. Staff Development:
• Participate in an evidence-based orientation and annual competency process, maintaining clinical skills and knowledge.
• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to ensure competency in emergency care practices.
• Assist with the training and mentoring of new staff and support team collaboration.
6. Crisis Management:
• Respond to fluctuating staffing and patient care needs, stepping in to assist in any area of the department as required.
• When necessary, adjust care delivery according to the situation, including the use of additional staff or resources (e.g., qualified pool or agency staff).
7. Performance Improvement & Leadership:
• Actively support performance improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of excellence.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to other members of the patient