Job Description
Join our award-winning healthcare team as a Registered Nurse in our high-acuity Emergency Department! Metropolitan Health System is seeking compassionate, skilled RNs to deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive under pressure, we want you on our team!
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in emergency situations, including trauma, cardiac events, and acute illness
- Assess patient conditions, interpret diagnostic results, and implement treatment plans
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and life-saving interventions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care
- Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health records (EHR)
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions
- Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and hospital protocols
Qualifications
- Current Illinois RN license (or compact license)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Minimum 2 years acute care experience, ER/trauma preferred
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to work efficiently in high-stress situations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with Epic EHR system preferred