The Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department provides direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity emergency care setting. Vaughan Regional Medical Center is a community hospital.
Posted Oct 13
Shift and hours
Nights RN-Emergency Services - FT Nights
Unit and setting
Emergency Department · Hospital
License
RN license Current state RN license or compact state equivalent requiredcurrent state RN license or compact state equivalent
Term
Permanent RN-Emergency Services - FT NightsFull time
Do you qualify?
License
current state RN license or compact state equivalentCurrent state RN license or compact state equivalent requiredCheck your license
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Certification
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Certification
NIH Stroke Scale CertificationNIH Stroke Scale Certification required within time frame stated in facility policy
Education
associate degree in nursingAssociate degree in Nursing required
Education
accredited Nursing Diploma program acceptedGraduation from an accredited Nursing Diploma program accepted.
Also asks
demonstrated ability to function under pressureDemonstrated ability to function under pressure and respond effectively to critical situations
Also asks
able to lift up to 50 lbsAble to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Preferred
Certification
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred or required within time frame stated in facility policy
Certification
Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS)Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) preferred
Education
BSNBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Experience
emergency nursing experience in an acute care settingEmergency nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred
The Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department provides direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity emergency care setting. The RN utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation to provide safe and effective care for patients across the lifespan.
Day to day
triage and prioritize care by acuityPerforms triage and prioritizes patient care based on acuity
Day to day
age-appropriate assessments and reassessments of all patientsConducts age-appropriate assessments and reassessments of all patients
Day to day
administer medications, perform procedures, manage critical dripsAdministers medications, performs procedures, and manages critical drips
Day to day
assist physicians with exams and procedures in the EDAssists physicians with exams and procedures in the emergency department
Day to day
monitor hemodynamic status and interpret cardiac rhythmsMonitors hemodynamic status and interprets cardiac rhythms
Day to day
document care, treatment, assessments and education accurately and timelyDocuments care, treatment, assessments, and education accurately and timely
Day to day
apply infection control and sterile technique consistentlyApplies infection control and sterile technique practices consistently
Day to day
educate patients and families on care plans and discharge instructionsEducates patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions
Day to day
collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary teamCollaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team for optimal care delivery
Day to day
respond calmly and professionally in high-stress, life-threatening situationsResponds calmly and professionally in high-stress, life-threatening situations
Charting
EMR systemsProficient in EMR systems and clinical documentation tools
Hours stated
FT Nights
Details
175-bed hospitala 175-bed, Joint Commission-accredited community hospital
Details
able to lift up to 50 lbs; extended standing, walking, bending, and reaching
The workplace
Vaughan Regional Medical Center
Community Hospital
You would be walking into Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, Alabama—a regional hospital where nurse hiring posts talk about a 4:1 patient ratio and flexible schedules. Sign-on bonuses, relocation help, and a night shift differential show up in public…
Join Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital that serves as a critical healthcare hub in the region. Vaughan delivers a full complement of hospital services, including emergency care, to the Black Belt area of southern Alabama. As part of ScionHealth, Vaughan combines system strength with strong local impact so that you can make your mark where your work truly matters.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department provides direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity emergency care setting. The RN utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation to provide safe and effective care for patients across the lifespan. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and contributes to quality outcomes through clinical excellence, compassionate service, and adherence to regulatory standards.
Essential Functions
Performs triage and prioritizes patient care based on acuity
Conducts age-appropriate assessments and reassessments of all patients
Administers medications, performs procedures, and manages critical drips
Assists physicians with exams and procedures in the emergency department
Monitors hemodynamic status and interprets cardiac rhythms
Documents care, treatment, assessments, and education accurately and timely
Applies infection control and sterile technique practices consistently
Educates patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions
Collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team for optimal care delivery
Responds calmly and professionally in high-stress, life-threatening situations
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Knowledge of emergency nursing protocols, trauma care, and critical interventions
Skilled in interpreting ECGs, managing IVs, and operating emergency equipment
Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations and multitask effectively
Proficient in EMR systems and clinical documentation tools
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Demonstrates professionalism, clinical judgment, and a commitment to continuous learning
Qualifications
Education
Associate degree in Nursing required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Graduation from an accredited Nursing Diploma program accepted.
Licenses/Certifications
Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required within time frame stated in facility policy
NIH Stroke Scale Certification required within time frame stated in facility policy
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred or required within time frame stated in facility policy
Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) preferred
Experience
Emergency nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred
Demonstrated ability to function under pressure and respond effectively to critical situations
Neighborhoods+Medical professionals looking for housing typically explore Old Town for its historic character and distinctive Southern architecture, or look just north to Valley Grande for a quieter, semi-rural residential community. Within Selma proper, areas like Selma East feature mid-century single-family homes and small apartment setups, though availability is modest. Those wanting acreage or newer suburban developments often commute from surrounding Dallas County communities or Valley Grande.
Medical professionals looking for housing typically explore Old Town for its historic character and distinctive Southern architecture, or look just north to Valley Grande for a quieter, semi-rural residential community. Within Selma proper, areas like Selma East feature mid-century single-family homes and small apartment setups, though availability is modest.
Those wanting acreage or newer suburban developments often commute from surrounding Dallas County communities or Valley Grande.
Getting around+Commuting in Selma is straightforward, with typical drive times averaging under twenty minutes across the city and Dallas County. Personal vehicles are an absolute necessity for healthcare workers, as over ninety percent of workers commute by car, while public transit and bicycle infrastructure are virtually non-existent. Routes connecting central medical centers with outlying areas like Valley Grande or across the Alabama River generally face minimal traffic delays.
Commuting in Selma is straightforward, with typical drive times averaging under twenty minutes across the city and Dallas County. Personal vehicles are an absolute necessity for healthcare workers, as over ninety percent of workers commute by car, while public transit and bicycle infrastructure are virtually non-existent.
Routes connecting central medical centers with outlying areas like Valley Grande or across the Alabama River generally face minimal traffic delays.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation centers largely on the Alabama River and nearby historical natural parks. Just southwest of town, Old Cahawba Archaeological Park—located at the site of Alabama's first permanent state capital—offers walking trails, canoeing along the Cahaba and Alabama rivers, and birdwatching through historic ruins. Residents also spend time on local waterways for boating and fishing throughout the extended warm seasons.
Outdoor recreation centers largely on the Alabama River and nearby historical natural parks. Just southwest of town, Old Cahawba Archaeological Park—located at the site of Alabama's first permanent state capital—offers walking trails, canoeing along the Cahaba and Alabama rivers, and birdwatching through historic ruins.
Residents also spend time on local waterways for boating and fishing throughout the extended warm seasons.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Selma
Relocating to Selma places nurses at the core of defining American history, where landmarks like the Edmund Pettus Bridge, Brown Chapel AME Church, and the National Voting Rights Museum shape daily civic life. Day-to-day living is centered around a relaxed pace and brief commutes that rarely exceed twenty minutes. Housing in town features historic architectural homes in Old Town and mid-century residences in Selma East, while many medical workers prefer the quiet, semi-rural setting of neighboring Valley Grande just to the north. Outdoor recreation revolves around the Alabama River and hiking or paddling through ghost-town ruins at Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. However, moving here requires realistic expectations regarding amenities: nightlife, specialized dining, and late-night food options are sparse, with Montgomery serving as the go-to destination for broader city entertainment. Safety concerns after dark and municipal economic hurdles are common themes among locals, making a reliable vehicle essential and neighborhood selection paramount for nurses seeking a purposeful rural-metro healthcare assignment.
