Registered Nurse (RN-CN1), Short Stay Unit, Nights, ONA

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a pioneering health system dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive environment. As a part-time Registered Nurse in the Short Stay Unit, you'll deliver high-quality care to diverse patients while utilizing your nursing skills in a collaborative team setting. With a commitment to professional development, UC Health offers opportunities for additional certifications and continuous learning. This is a chance to be part of a respected institution that values innovation and teamwork, ensuring you have the resources and support needed to thrive in your nursing career. Don't miss the opportunity to make a difference in your community!

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing school with current OH RN License.
• Associate's degree required; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care based on assessed needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to implement care plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

UC Health is hiring a part-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Short Stay Unit for the night shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

The Short Stay Unit Nurse will carry out observation care, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures. The Short Stay Unit nurse will utilize a team-based nursing approach to serve patients from every specialty who do not meet inpatient criteria for admission.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.

Unit Details:

1. The Short Stay Unit is a team-focused unit that strives to create a friendly and supportive environment.
2. The unit provides opportunities to gain additional education and certifications, including ACLS, PALS, and CCNRP.
3. The Short Stay Unit has been newly renovated and has access to updated resources, equipment, and technology.

We're increasing our rates by 14% over the next 3 years. At UC Health, we're dedicated to providing our registered nurses with the best working environment and compensation packages possible. That is why we’re increasing our nursing pay rates by 14% over the next three years and increasing differential pay. Apply to this position to learn more!

Qualifications

1. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
2. Associate's degree, minimum required
3. Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred
4. Current OH RN License

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.

Responsibilities

1. The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing. The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age specific.
2. Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other healthcare team members and patient/family within the time frame indicated by unit's standards of practice.
3. Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved in the patient's care and demonstrates ability to establish priorities of care based on patient's assessment and needs.
4. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, and involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient.
5. Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral health problems, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms.
6. Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in meeting the needs of the unit.
7. Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of treatment and in accordance to hospital policy and procedure.
8. Acts as a resource person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental staff working on the unit.
9. Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others.