Registered Nurse - DOU (Per Diem)

Schedule

This is a 12-hour day shift position, starting at 7:00 AM and ending at 7:30 PM. The role is per diem with no guaranteed hours and requires weekend availability.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Direct Observation Unit (DOU) is responsible for delivering safe patient care by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role involves providing direct patient care within the scope of practice and guiding patient/family teaching, while maintaining professional nursing standards. The RN communicates with physicians regarding patients' conditions and responds promptly to any changes in clinical status.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective patient care in the DOU.
• Conduct assessments, implement nursing interventions, and evaluate patient outcomes.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team regarding patient conditions.
• Knowledge of EMTALA regulations and responsibility for reporting abuse.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS (AHA or Red Cross) certification.
• Current ACLS (AHA or Red Cross) certification.
• Current PALS (AHA or Red Cross) certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a staff nurse in an acute care hospital setting, preferably in an ER setting.
• Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate.
• COVID-19 vaccination preferred.
• Experience with Meditech EMR is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to float to other units as necessary.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!