“`html Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) General Information This facility sees an average of 150-180 patients daily and consists of a main Emergency Department (ED) with 33 beds, including: • 8 beds designated for Trauma/Resuscitation • A pod with 4 Behavioral Health rooms (which can be converted to Medical) • 5 pods divided into 4 rooms and a hall bed There is also a vertical care area that functions as a waiting room and holding area to begin patient care, serving ESI 3 and ESI 4 patients. It may also be utilized as a higher acuity pod depending on the ED flow. Minimum Experience Required • Registered Nurse (RN): 2 years of Emergency Department experience (excluding travel experience preferred). Candidates with 1.5 years of ED experience and 2 years outside of ED may be considered with manager approval. • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): 2 years of LPN experience in any acute care setting is required. Candidates with 1.5 years of ED experience may be considered with manager approval. Patient Types The unit cares for a diverse patient population, from neonates to geriatric patients, including: • Minor to critical cases • Heavy trauma cases (Level 2 trauma center) • Complete stroke care for patients exhibiting symptoms • Behavioral Health patients, with responsibilities for evidence collection in sexual assault cases • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit patients • Cardiac patients, with access to a catheter lab Patient Ratios • Registered Nurse (RN): 1:4-5 • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): 1:4-5 • ED Technician: 1:10 Required Certifications • Registered Nurse (RN): BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, and PALS are required (CPI or MAB/MOAB preferred). • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS are required (CPI or MAB/MOAB preferred). Required Education Completion of a nursing education program accredited by the appropriate board of nursing is mandatory. Registered Nurses must be licensed in South Dakota. Skills Required for RN • Experience managing patients across the described demographics • Proficiency in ESI assessments during triage • Ability to prioritize care based on patient needs, using critical thinking and effective communication • Eligible ICU RNs may be offered to float to the ED; PCU RNs may float to ICU as needed. Support on the Unit • Emergency Department Technician (1:10 ratio) • Dedicated Lead Technician • Charge Nurse available on both day and night shifts • 24/7 Phlebotomy services • Access to Respiratory Therapy • 24/7 physician coverage in the ED • Security presence in the unit Charting System/Equipment • EPIC charting system (experience preferred) • Omnicell • Alaris Floating Opportunities Registered Nurses may float to Med/Surg, PCU, or ICU areas as a task nurse, not taking on full assignments. Orientation Details • 8 hours of general facility orientation • 4 hours of ED-specific education • A minimum of two 12-hour shifts in the unit; travelers contracted for 48 hours per week will receive at least three 12-hour shifts.