Staff Nurse - Emergency FT 10a-10p

Fisher Titus Medical Center; Norwalk (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000-$15,000

Medical & Dental coverage

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk, OH, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. The role involves providing individualized nursing care using the nursing process, achieving timely assessments, and delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced ED setting.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree in Nursing, current Ohio RN license, CPR certification, and BLS. ACLS, PALS, and TNCC are required within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of Ohio.
• CPR certification required; BLS expected at renewal.
• ACLS, PALS, and TNCC required within 1 year of hire or transfer.
• Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing; knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care.
• Implements medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures.
• Reassesses patient conditions and responds to changes to ensure quality care.
• Maintains up-to-date documentation of nursing care and patient responses.
• Functions as a role model for staff and collaborates with the department team.

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Current Ohio RN license

CPR certification

ACLS

PALS

TNCC

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job description

Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus!

Perks of working at Fisher-Titus:

• $10,000-$15,000 Sign-on Bonus offered based on experience
• Hours of Work-Emergency Department - Full Time (10 am-10 pm)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!

About Fisher-Titus:

Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation.

Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community

Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promoteslifelong health and wellness for our community

General Summary:

Manages individualized goal directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and Hospital policies and procedures.

Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current RN license in the state of Ohio

CPR certification required. BLS is expected at renewal.

ACLS, PALS, and TNCC required, must be obtained within 1 year of hire or transfer into department.

Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills.

Essential Functions:

Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients.

Demonstrates the skills and judgement necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.

Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient's responses are reassessed to meet patient and family needs to assure overall quality of care delivered.

Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.

Functions as a role model for current and new staff.

Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the emergency department, as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed. This includes but is not limited to the age of the client served.

Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.

Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided and patient's responses are reassessed to meet patient and family needs and assure overall quality of care delivered.

Working Conditions:

• Stand/Walk– 6-8 hrs.
• Bend– Up to 1/3 of time
• Squat– up to 1/3 of time
• Climb– up to 1/3 of time
• ReachUp to 1/3 of time
• Lift- Up to 1/3 of time
• Carry– up to 1/3 of time
• Push– up to 1/3 of time
• Pull– N/A
• Right Hand- Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)
• Left Hand- Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)
• Up to 25 pounds– 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure- Yes

Standards of Employment:

Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.

Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photoidentification badge while on duty.

Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.

Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications.

Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job‑related hazards.

Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Core Requirements:

Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.

Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.

Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:

• Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.

Key Service Behavior:

Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time

• Engages in active listening skills
• Utilizes the AIDET communication tool
• Uses key words at key times
• Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques
• Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule
• Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language
• Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment
• Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients
• Assess and manages patient's expectations of care

Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time

• Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition
• Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something

Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time

• Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care
• Engages in practices that will continually improve processes

Qualifications

Education

Required

Associates or better in Nursing.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Certification CPR

Registered Nurse

Preferred

Certification ACLS