RN: Advanced Patient Care & Growth

UC Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health in Ohio seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to contribute to critical patient care across units. The RN holds current state license and provides nursing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.

The role emphasizes adherence to standards of care, documentation, infection control and collaboration with the health care team. You will engage with diverse patient populations, communicate clearly with patients and families, and participate in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Current Ohio RN license.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Clinical leadership

Infection control

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Ohio RN license

Job description

UC Health in Ohio seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to contribute to critical patient care across units. The RN holds current state license and provides nursing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.

The role emphasizes adherence to standards of care, documentation, infection control and collaboration with the health care team. You will engage with diverse patient populations, communicate clearly with patients and families, and participate in discharge planning.