Registered Nurse - Observation Unit - Nights

University Hospitals; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Beachwood, Ohio is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide safe and efficient nursing care to patients. The ideal candidate will hold a diploma or degree in nursing and possess strong communication and technical skills. This role involves implementing nursing processes, collaborating with healthcare teams, and managing patient care effectively. Key requirements include a valid RN license and proficiency with various clinical equipment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in delivering effective relationship-based nursing care.
• Able to demonstrate clear communication to optimize patient care.
• Must have a valid Registered Nurse license in Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Implements the nursing process through evaluation and care delivery.
• Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing.
• Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical outcomes.

Skills

Knowledge of nursing process and practice

Uses a wide variety of technical equipment for patient needs

Education

Diploma in Nursing

ADN (Associate's Degree in Nursing)

BSN (Bachelor's Degree in Nursing)

MN (Master in Nursing)

Tools

Stethoscope

Sphygmomanometer

Electronic monitoring devices

Job description

Overview

A Brief Overview

Provides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status.

What You Will Do

• Implements the nursing process by delivering effective relationship based nursing care.
• Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.
• Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.
• Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing.
• Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• Other Accredited Program: Diploma in Nursing or
• ADN (Associate's Degree in Nursing) (Required)
• BSN (Bachelor's Degree in Nursing) (Preferred)
• MN (Master in Nursing) (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of nursing process and practice. (Required proficiency)
• Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices) (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit.

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%