Registered Nurse, Emergency Department (ER RN)

Location: Afton, WY
Department: Emergency Department
Reports To: ED Manager
Status: Full-Time (36 hrs/week)

Shift: Night Shift
Compensation: Starting at $35.80/hour, based on experience and certifications, plus a night shift differential
Why Join Star Valley Health?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Approximately 4 weeks of paid time off (PTO)
• Short-term sick leave
• Basic life and disability insurance
• 6% matching retirement plan

Position Summary

As an ER Registered Nurse, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. You’ll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes. This position supports Star Valley Health’s mission, vision, and values and is classified as at-will.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital policy
• Perform triage and assign appropriate categories
• Monitor and manage patient pain, educating patients and families on pain control
• Communicate effectively with physicians, managers, and team members
• Supervise and delegate tasks to CNAs and support staff
• Maintain accurate documentation and charting
• Participate in department meetings and interdisciplinary care planning
• Respond to emergencies and participate in Rapid Response Team
• Support a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Orient new staff and assist with cost containment

Qualifications

Education & Licensure:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Active Wyoming RN license
• Current certifications: 
  • AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Proficient in using clinical equipment and electronic health records (Meditech experience preferred)
• Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, assist patients, and perform essential nursing duties

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and exposure to bodily fluids
• Requires visual, auditory, and manual dexterity to perform clinical tasks
• Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join a team that values excellence, compassion, and community. Apply today to become part of Star Valley Health’s Emergency Department in beautiful Alpine, Wyoming.

Note: Position descriptions are intended to serve as a guideline for typical duties and requirements of a position, but are not inclusive. Additional or different responsibilities within a reasonable scope of the position description may be added or deleted any anytime at the discretion of the Board.