RN – 6100 Med Surg

Kettering Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Dayton is seeking an RN for the Night shift to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across diverse clinical settings in Dayton, Ohio. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in collaboration with the healthcare team, maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Required qualifications include an accredited nursing program graduate with an Ohio RN license and BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
• Current, valid RN license in Ohio; BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
• Ensure safety, quality, and continuity of care across diverse clinical settings.
• Comply with regulatory standards and participate in the B Safe program.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Clinical documentation

Verbal communication

Written communication

EHR proficiency

Critical thinking

Prioritize multiple assignments

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Infection prevention

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Incentives

Kettering Health Dayton | Dayton | Full-Time | Nights

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient-centered nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care in collaboration with the healthcare team. This role ensures the safety, quality, and continuity of care for patients across diverse clinical settings, supporting optimal patient outcomes and compliance with regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health’s mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing).

Required Work Experience:

• None required
• clinical experience during nursing program accepted.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Skills:

• Proficiency in patient assessment, care planning, and clinical documentation
• effective verbal and written communication
• proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient assignments
• ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary care teams
• commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and infection control standards
• knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory requirements.

Competencies:

• Nursing competencies are based on ACHC standards or department specific needs/specialties

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Preferred Work Experience:

• One year of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or relevant specialty setting.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or specialty certification applicable to clinical area.