RN-ED
Company: Bryan Health
Location: Kearney
Posted on: November 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Summary Provides direct and indirect patient care in the
emergency department setting. Communicates with physicians about
the patients clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring,
results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to
respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response
to treatment. Participates in performance improvement and CQI
activities. Knowledge of medications and their correct
administration based on age of the patient and their clinical
condition. Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the
potential for medication errors. Ability to monitor hemodynamic
status of patient and correctly interpret the results. Ability to
perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments
as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, geriatric and the
general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and
reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Performs
all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes
patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care
errors. Determines staffing requirements and patterns, based on
scope of services, complexity of patient acuity and fiscal
resources. Ability to quickly and accurately formulate an
individualized plan of care, revise plan as indicated by the
patients response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for
effectiveness. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified
learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is
included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge of
cardiac monitoring, identifies dysrhythmias and treats
appropriately based upon ACLS protocol. Ability to perform at
maximum efficiency without compromising quality care. Provides
education to staff on performance improvement. Ability to plan and
organize orientation for unit staff members. Participates in
guidance and educationsl programs. Consults other departments as
appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the
patients needs. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with
procedures both in the Emergency Department. Demonstrates an
ability to be flexible, organized and function well under stressful
situations. Act in a composed and professional manner, especially
under pressure. Monitor coworkers and voice concerns in a
constructive manner to minimize errors. Treats patients and their
families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses
psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of
patients and their families. Functions as a liaison between
administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare
providers. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and
development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide
age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to
interpret data about the patients status in order to identify each
patients age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient
group. Maintains a good working relationship both within the
department and with other departments. Documentation meets current
standards and policies. Ability to quickly assess and triage a
patient for care in the Emergency Department. Participates in
performance improvement activities. Education/Experience: Graduate
of an accredited school of nursing. BSN or current enrollment in
BSN program preferred. Current Nebraska Registered Nurse Licensure.
Two (2) or more years of recent nursing experience in a critical
care setting, ED experience preferred. Current BLS certification.
ACLS certification within 6 months. PALS certification within 6
months of hire. NIHSS Stroke Scale within 6 months of hire. TNCC
within 1 year of hire.
Keywords: Bryan Health, Grand Island , RN-ED, Healthcare , Kearney, Nebraska
