RN - U2W Acute Care Medical/Surgical

Kettering Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health in Miamisburg, Ohio is seeking a Registered Nurse for a full-time night shift. You will deliver nursing care using the nursing process in collaboration with the health care team, and you will be responsible for your professional development and patient advocacy.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, BSN preferred within 5 years, and Ohio RN licensure. BLS is required, ACLS/NRP/PALS as per unit scope, and you will report to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN or CCNE).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire).
• A nurse returning to acute care after five+ years may need to provide evidence of a refresher course.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide care in collaboration with health care providers.
• Act as patient advocate and ensure safe care, including delegation and performance improvement activities.
• Document in the EMR and ensure accurate patient information and medication reconciliation.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS

NRP

PALS

Education

NLN or CCNE accredited nursing program

BSN preferred (within 5 years of hire)

Job description

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments. And performs other duties as assigned. The Registered Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Job Details

KH Miamisburg | Full-Time | Nights

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments. And performs other duties as assigned. The Registered Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN or CCNE)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire) If hired after June of 2010 at KMCS, all other KHN facilities after Jan 2011.

A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course

Required Licenses

[Ohio, United States] Registered Nurse
Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse

Required Skills

BLS certification

ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice

Essential Functions

• Responsive to coaching to correct risky behaviours and applies learning to next situation
• Demonstrates nursing clinical skills necessary to make pertinent and accurate assessments of the physical, psychological, spiritual and educational needs of the patient
• Analyses collected data to establish and prioritise a list of actual and potential individualised age specific patient problems and/or needs
• Develops a plan of care based on patient assessment, diagnosis and co‑morbidities
• Implies that plan of care and executes interventions provide safe quality care based on assessed needs, established standards of care.
• Evaluates and modifies the care plan based on patient response
• Appropriate delegation based on the patient’s care plan and skill level of the personnel.
• Timely documents in the electronic medical record or the appropriate venue. Documentation reflects nursing care, patient response and associated pertinent information related to the care of the patient.
• Demonstrates appropriate clinical judgement and critical thinking skills
• Identifies and responds appropriately to emergency situations
• Verifies current patient medications and completes reconciliation documentation.
• Safely administers medications utilizing the “five rights”.
• Consistently informs patients when new medications are ordered, informs patients of the implications and possible side effects of these medications*
• Aware of population specific quality indicators; practice reflects actions that support core measures.
• Behavioural choices align with safe practice standards

New Hire / Annual Competencies

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

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centres 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.