Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department (ER/ED)
As an Emergency Department RN at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC), you'll deliver rapid, evidence-based care to patients of all ages while collaborating closely with an experienced ED team. If you love fast-paced, high-impact work where your critical thinking truly saves lives, this role is for you.
About Us
North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is a community-focused hospital serving Harrison and the surrounding Ozarks region. We're committed to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and a culture where teammates support one another and do the right thing for patients and families every time.
Job Summary
Provide professional nursing care using the full nursing process in a high-acuity Emergency Department setting. You'll triage, assess, treat, and educate patients while coordinating seamlessly with physicians, EMS, and hospital departments to ensure timely, safe care.
Key Responsibilities
- Triage and rapidly assess patients; identify and respond to life-threatening conditions.
- Deliver age-appropriate emergency care (cardiac, trauma, medical/surgical, pediatric).
- Administer medications and therapies per protocols; monitor and document patient responses.
- Coordinate patient care with ED physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and ancillary departments.
- Support and precept EMT, paramedic, and nursing students within approved guidelines.
- Uphold infection prevention standards and ED safety practices.
- Participate in quality improvement, required in-services, and ED staff meetings.
- Communicate with patients and families in a kind, clear, and culturally sensitive manner.
Keywords: RN, Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Emergency Room, ER, ED, triage, trauma, cardiac, pediatric, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, Arkansas RN license, acute care, critical care, quality improvement, EHR/EMR.
Job Qualifications
Required
- Current Arkansas Registered Nurse (RN) license (or compact RN eligible).
- BLS and ACLS (AHA) active at hire.
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) within 3 months of hire.
- Pediatric credential: PALS or ENPC within 6 months of hire.
- TNCC within 12 months of hire.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with providers, staff, patients, and families; proficient English reading/writing/speaking.
Preferred
- 1+ year Emergency or Critical Care RN experience; 2-5 years total RN experience.
- CEN certification.
- Strong assessment/triage skills and experience across cardiac, trauma, medical/surgical, and pediatric emergencies.
Compensation & Schedule
- Status: Full-time; part-time opportunities may be available.
- Schedule: Variable/rotating; may include 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays based on department needs.
- Compensation: Competitive pay with differentials where applicable; details discussed during the interview process.
Why Join Us
- High-trust, teamwork-oriented ED that values kindness and clinical excellence.
- Strong learning culture with precepting opportunities and ongoing education.
- The chance to make an immediate, meaningful impact in a community hospital setting.
Benefits Overview
- Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
- Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
- Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
- Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
- Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
- AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
- On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
- Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
- Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
- Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
- Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.