Registered Nurse Emergency Room

Job Title

• Registered Nurse (ER)

Location

• Waco, TX

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, nights shift, 3 shifts per week, 12-hour shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to acutely ill or injured patients in the emergency setting, utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Deliver holistic care that addresses both clinical needs and emotional/spiritual support, ensuring high patient satisfaction.
• Triage and prioritize patients based on acuity, implementing care plans, and effectively monitoring, recording, and communicating patient conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care, fostering positive relationships across departments and facilities.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including those set by the Texas Board of Nursing, DSHS, and other relevant agencies.
• Perform laboratory specimen collection and processing in accordance with established safety and procedural guidelines.
• Provide basic respiratory support including pulse oximetry, capnography, supplemental oxygen administration, and nebulization treatments.
• Use critical thinking and decisive judgment to work independently in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Facilitate patient transfers and discharges smoothly, maintaining efficiency and compliance.
• Participate in departmental policy development, staff training, and ongoing professional development initiatives.
• Attend staff meetings, staying current with organizational goals and disseminating information as needed.
• Support team development through performance evaluations, competency assessments, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support department operations.

Required Qualifications

• Valid and current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas (or compact license).
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Current certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an Emergency Department setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a high-volume emergency care environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and adapt under pressure in emergency situations.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering compassionate, family-friendly emergency care with minimal wait times.
• Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing education in a supportive environment that values teamwork and excellence.