Registered nurses must hold a Kentucky RN license, be certified in BCLS and have one year ED or ICU experience or have completed an ED internship. An internship program is offered at least annually and consists of a five-month structured program of instructions and preceptorship for new graduates or RNs without ED or ICU experience. Successful completion of orientation is determined by the preceptor, Division Charge Nurse and Staff Development Specialist. Ongoing education is provided to nurses on specific populations and age groups, crisis intervention, hazardous materials decontamination, abuse and forensic issues. Unlicensed Assistive Personnel Nursing Care Technicians are certified nursing assistants, paramedics, emergency medical technicians or nursing students holding CPR certification.
Orientation consists of two days for nursing and hospital orientation.
Phlebotomy class is required. Departmental orientation consists of three to four weeks with a RN preceptor. Successful completion is determined by the preceptor, nurse managers and staff development specialist. Orientation covers instruction for special populations seen in the ED, crisis intervention and hazardous materials decontamination. ED Financial Counselors ED Financial Counselors are responsible for all registration and insurance information, order entry and financial counseling and assistance for ED patients.