Join the Hilton Head ED Team as an RN!
Location: Float between Hilton Head Hospital - 25 Hospital Center Blvd, Hilton Head, South Carolina AND Bluffton FSED - 8 Parkside Ave, Bluffton, SC
Shift: 7pm-7am - weekend and holiday rotation required
Status: Full Time
Our Emergency Department is a 25-bed unit that specializes in providing immediate medical care for patients with severe or urgent illnesses or injuries. It is equipped to handle a wide range of services, including initial assessment, treatment, stabilization, emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions and potentially admission to the hospital. Our preferred patient ratio is 4-5:1.
Great teamwork!
Treats all types of emergent needs
Coordinates with other specialties
Ability to have autonomy on unit
Perform rapid, systematic patient triage to quickly determine patient acuity and prioritize life-threatening conditions.
Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing patient assessments, including physical examination, vital sign monitoring, and detailed history collection, for patients across the lifespan (pediatric to geriatric).
Promptly recognize and report critical changes in patient status to the appropriate physician or advanced practice provider.
Collaborate effectively as a core member of the interdisciplinary team, coordinating with physicians, paramedics, specialists, and other hospital units (e.g., ICU, OR, Inpatient).
Provide clear, concise, and accurate handoff communication during patient transfers, shift changes, and between care teams.
Offer emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families during high-stress, crisis, and traumatic situations.
Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring patient rights are respected and care decisions reflect the patient's best interests and wishes.