Emergency Room Nurse

Company Description Providence is a national, Catholic, not-for-profit health system that views health as a human right and serves patients and communities through more than 119,000 caregivers. Grounded in the legacy of the Sisters of Providence and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange, the organization is committed to improving the health of all, with special focus on people who are poor and vulnerable. With 51 hospitals, 829 clinics, and a broad range of services, Providence provides care across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington through a diverse family of faith-based and mission-driven organizations. The health system is known for pioneering solutions to meet changing health care needs while maintaining a strong emphasis on compassion, quality, and community service. Applicants can expect to join a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing health for a better world.
Role Description The Emergency Room Nurse is a full-time, on-site role based at Providence in Santa Rosa, CA. This role provides direct, high-acuity patient care in the emergency department, including triage, assessment, stabilization, and ongoing monitoring of patients with a wide range of urgent and emergent conditions. The Emergency Room Nurse collaborates closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to administer medications, implement critical care interventions, perform procedures within scope of practice, and respond to rapid changes in patient status. Daily responsibilities include documenting clinical assessments and treatments, educating patients and families on diagnoses and discharge instructions, and ensuring adherence to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards. The nurse also participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports a culture of teamwork and respect, and contributes to a compassionate, patient-centered care environment.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Nursing and Patient Care, with the ability to deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care in a fast-paced environment.Competence in Emergency Nursing, including triage, rapid assessment, and management of acute and trauma-related conditions.Experience or familiarity with Critical Care Medicine and Medicine principles relevant to emergency and high-acuity settings.Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California; BSN preferred or willingness to obtain within an agreed timeframe.Current BLS and ACLS certifications; PALS and TNCC or equivalent trauma certification strongly preferred.Previous experience in an emergency department, urgent care, or intensive care setting highly beneficial.Excellent communication, teamwork, and de-escalation skills, with the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.Commitment to Providence’s mission, including serving diverse populations and advocating for people who are poor and vulnerable.