Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - RNED 0330 IS#05

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (Evenings)

Location: State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
Job Type: Contract (13 Weeks)
Shift: Evening Shift (12-hour shifts)

• 10:45 AM – 11:15 PM and/or 2:45 PM – 3:15 AM
  On-Call: Required based on patient volume

Position Summary

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced emergency setting, following established emergency nursing standards. This role involves rapid assessment, triage, and treatment of patients across all age groups—from neonates to geriatrics—while responding effectively to urgent and emergent conditions.

Key ResponsibilitiesPatient Care & Clinical Duties

• Perform triage and prioritize patient care based on clinical urgency and patient needs.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Implement and evaluate nursing interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Manage emergency situations and complications in accordance with clinical standards and protocols.
• Monitor and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.

Documentation & Monitoring

• Document patient histories, chief complaints, and clinical findings accurately.
• Record patient responses to treatments and interventions.
• Perform regular rounding and continuous monitoring of patients in the ED.

Patient & Family Education

• Educate patients and families on treatment plans prior to initiation.
• Provide clear discharge instructions and ensure understanding of care plans.
• Guide patients on follow-up care and health status.

Coordination & Teamwork

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare staff.
• Maintain professional, clear, and compassionate communication at all times.

Minimum RequirementsLicensure & Certifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) License – Pennsylvania
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA
• NIHSS (Stroke Scale Certification)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong triage and emergency care skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in high-stress environments
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making ability
• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills
• Emotional resilience and professional demeanor

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, high-acuity emergency department environment
• Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and emergency situations
• Flexibility required for on-call shifts and fluctuating patient volumes

For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.