Inpatient Psychiatric RN — Clinical Ladder & Growth

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinical ladder program

Job summary

UC Health is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the 5 Ridgeway Psychiatry Unit at UC Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH. This 20-bed unit provides inpatient psychiatric care for adults 18+. The role offers a clinical ladder with opportunities for advancement and monetary benefits.

Join a team dedicated to advancing healing and reducing suffering in Southwest Ohio. Ohio RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS are required; NCI-APS certification must be obtained within 90 days for psychiatric services staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN preferred.
• Current OH RN License.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS per department requirements.
• NCI-APS Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in collaboration with the healthcare team and patient/family.
• Communicates plan of care to all levels of staff involved in patient care and sets priorities based on assessment.
• Provides clear instructions to patients and family regarding treatment and involves them in continuing care.
• Addresses needs arising from behavioral health, including religious/cultural considerations.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability and flexibility in meeting unit needs.
• Documents nursing process accurately and in line with hospital policy.
• Acts as a mentor for new staff and students on the unit.
• Contributes to professional development of peers and colleagues.

Skills

BLS/ACLS/PALS

NCI-APS Certification

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

UC Health is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the 5 Ridgeway Psychiatry Unit at UC Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH. This 20-bed unit provides inpatient psychiatric care for adults 18+. The role offers a clinical ladder with opportunities for advancement and monetary benefits.

Join a team dedicated to advancing healing and reducing suffering in Southwest Ohio. Ohio RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS are required; NCI-APS certification must be obtained within 90 days for psychiatric services staff.