RN - Hamilton - 4 Main Ortho and General Surgery - FT/Nights

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join their team. This role involves utilizing the nursing process to provide high-quality care to patients across various settings, advocating for their needs, and ensuring safe and effective nursing practices. Candidates should be licensed in Ohio and preferably hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a community-focused hospital that has been serving the Hamilton area for over 90 years, recognized for its commitment to patient safety and quality care. If you are passionate about nursing and want to make a difference in people's lives, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Ohio.
• Graduate from an accredited nursing school required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in collaboration with healthcare providers.
• Act as a patient advocate and ensure safe care delivery.

Skills

Patient Advocacy

Nursing Process

Professional Development

Delegation of Care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Hamilton

• Kettering Health Hamilton, formerly Fort Hamilton Hospital, has been serving the Hamilton community for over 90 years.
• Leads the way to better health in the Butler County area, serving patients from Fairfield, Oxford, Cincinnati, Middletown, and surrounding communities.
• KH Hamilton offerings include maternity, emergency, the most advanced wound healing in Butler County, and a range of outpatient services.
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Full-service, community hospital licensed for 203 beds.
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received several awards from Healthgrades:
  • America’s 250 Best Hospitals (2018-2020)
  • America’s 100 Best Pulmonary Care (2018-2020)
  • Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2020)

Responsibilities & Requirements

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers.
• The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law.
• Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities.
• The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of the organization and nursing departments.

Qualifications

Applicants Must Have:

• Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN, ACEN, or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse.
• Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire).
• A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice.

Preferred Qualifications