Registered Nurse (RN) - Rapid Response
Cherokee Nation Businesses
Asheville, NC

Rapid Response Registered Nurse

Rapid Response Registered Nurse The Rapid Response Registered Nurse will support the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support disaster response operations and manage temporary facility support services. The Rapid Response Registered Nurse Manager also develops and implements protocols and processes to optimize the team's response time, improve patient outcomes, and enhance communication among various departments. They play a crucial role in ensuring the effective delivery of emergency care and maintaining patient safety in high-stress situations. Compensation & Benefits: * Estimated Starting Salary Range for Rapid Response Registered Nurse Pay commensurate with experience. * Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Rapid Response Registered Nurse Responsibilities Include: * Provides critical care expertise for patients who demonstrate signs of imminent clinical deterioration * Administers medications, treatments, and procedures as prescribed by physicians or healthcare providers * Educates patients on managing health conditions, medications, and preventive measures * Maintains accurate and updated patient records, including progress notes, medication administration, and test results * Monitors and ensures patient safety, identifying and reporting any changes in condition or potential risks * Oversees medical triage, treatment, and evaluations * Adheres to Quality Assurance and Quality Control, SOPs, and Site Manager guidance and direction * Creates site-specific medical plans and ensure HIPAA-compliant security and storage of medical documentation * Manages all medical administration and record keeping * Provides timely coordination with medical staff to ensure proper reviews and notifications of utility outages and facility tasks * Ensures all medical personnel follow all processes and guidelines * Provide daily reports and logs to Site Manager * Performs other job-related duties as assigned Rapid Response Registered Nurse Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: * A bachelor's degree in Nursing * Minimum of five (5) years of experience providing critical care preferably within a disaster rapid response environment * Travel Nurses with FEMA or HHS experience preferred * Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills are not required but preferred * Working knowledge of the medical design criteria, the Uniform Facility Criteria (UFC's) * Ability to communicate clearly and effectively via oral and written means * Ability to remain calm in the midst of difficult circumstances and emergencies. * Ability to provide medical care within a difficult environment * Ability to disseminate information and ensure it is processed properly * Advanced knowledge of disaster services and community resources; Federal, state, tribal and territorial disaster assistance programs, housing & utility assistance * Proficient in utilizing Outlook, Word and Excel; PowerPoint, and SharePoint * The ability to successfully pass a drug screen and a federal background check is mandatory * Past applicable job experience may include, but is not limited to: Rapid Response Team Member, ER Nurse Manager, or Critical Care Nurse Manager * Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company Information: Cherokee Nation Federal Consulting (CNFC) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNFC is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com. * As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen, lawful resident alien, citizen of American Samoa or other territory owning permanent allegiance to the United States. Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. #CherokeeFederal #LI Similar searchable job titles * Emergency Response Nurse * Rapid Response Team * Critical Care Nurse * Acute Care Response * Emergency Department Keywords * Emergency response * Rapid intervention * Critical care * Patient triage * Team coordination Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, Accommodation request, and Presidential EO 14042 Notice. Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.