Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical Observation

University Hospitals

Elyria (OH)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for its Medical Surgical Observation unit in Elyria, Ohio. This role requires proficiency in delivering nursing care, effective communication, and collaboration within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will hold a nursing diploma or higher, possess an Ohio RN license, and may need BLS, ACLS, or PALS certifications. This position includes physical demands such as frequent lifting and walking, with a travel requirement of 10%.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License required upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on clinical care standards.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required based on clinical care standards.

Responsibilities

Deliver effective relationship-based nursing care.
Demonstrate technical skills in care delivery for safe practice.
Communicate clearly to optimize patient care.
Contribute to the professional practice of nursing.
Influence optimal clinical outcomes through leadership.

Skills

Knowledge of nursing process and practice

Technical equipment proficiency

Education

Diploma in Nursing or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master in Nursing

Job description

Job Description – Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical Observation (26000198)

Overview

UH Elyria Medical Center 9 Smythe is a 37-bed telemetry unit specializing in observation patients. Because the expectation is that patients admitted in observation status are in the hospital for less than 24 hours, our floor can be fast-paced. Our team on 9 is a close-knit family that works closely to deliver excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

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)
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