Registered Nurse RN Emergency Dept

Primary City/State:

Sterling, Colorado

Department Name:

Emergency Ctr-Hosp

Work Shift:

Night

Job Category:

Nursing

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Sterling Regional MedCenter has provided outstanding medical care to residents of northeastern Colorado and the surrounding area since 1938.

Sterling Regional Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our close-knit Emergency Department team. This is an exciting opportunity for both experienced ED nurses and new graduates who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered emergency care.

As an ED RN, you will play a critical role in providing timely, skilled nursing care to patients across the full spectrum of emergency presentations — from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• •Triage incoming patients, accurately assessing acuity and prioritizing care
• •Perform thorough patient admissions , including history, assessment, and documentation
• •Coordinate and facilitate safe patient discharges , including education and follow-up planning
• •Manage patient transfers to appropriate care settings, both within and outside the facility
• •Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional emergency care
• •Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• •Respond effectively to high-acuity and critical situations

Schedule Details

• •Night Shifts — 12-hour shifts
• •2 shifts per week — Varied days
• •Rotating weekends and holidays required

Preferred Qualifications:

• •Emergency Department or acute care nursing experience
• •TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification
• •ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) certification
• •Experience with triage, admissions, discharges, and transfers

New Graduates Welcome! We are open to new graduate RNs who are eager to learn and grow in emergency nursing. Mentorship and support will be provided.

Why Join Our ED Team?

At Sterling Regional Medical Center, you won't just be a number — you'll be part of a family . Our Emergency Department is proud to have:

• •A tight-knit, supportive team of nurses who genuinely look out for one another
• •Experienced staff willing to mentor and guide new and seasoned nurses alike
• •A team culture that values flexibility and work-life balance
• •A collaborative environment where every voice matters
• •The opportunity to make a real difference in the Sterling community

Sterling Regional Medical Center is a proud member of the Banner Health system, serving the northeastern Colorado community with compassionate, high-quality care. Our team is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.

Since 1938, Sterling Regional MedCenter has been the center of healthcare excellence in Northeast Colorado providing care for more than 20,000 members in Logan County, and over 50,000 people in its larger market. Sterling Regional MedCenter is licensed for 25 beds with both Medical/Surgical and Intensive Care Units, as well as full Women and Infant Services. For obstetrics, Sterling utilizes a computerized intelligent OB program designed to reduce the chance of complications during labor. As a level III trauma designated hospital, Sterling has 24/7 coverage for Emergency Medicine, Anesthesia, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Imaging, Family Medicine/Peds, and Rehabilitation. Sterling boasts cutting edge technology facilitating telehealth access for sub-specialty and tertiary services and state-of-the-art equipment in Imaging, Laboratory, Operating Suites, Emergency Department, and Inpatient Units. The hospital continues to invest facility upgrades and new equipment.

Attached to the hospital is the David Walsh Cancer Center, which provides both Medical and Radiation Oncology, with a beautiful infusion center and new linear accelerator. Sterling Regional is the only rural hospital in Colorado with a linear accelerator. In addition, Sterling Regional MedCenter is closely integrated with our Family Medicine and Surgical Specialty Clinics and the hospital and clinics are part of a 2-year, rural training track residency program affiliated with the University of Northern Colorado. Lastly, Sterling Regional MedCenter is one of Logan County's largest employers with approximately 300 employees and more than 20 physicians representing ten specialties and has been voted Best Employer in Northeastern Colorado for three years in a row.

• POSITION SUMMARY
• This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

• CORE FUNCTIONS
• 1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.

2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.

3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.

4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.

5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.

6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel