Staff Nurse (RN) - Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Float Pool

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is hiring a Staff Nurse (RN) for the Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Float Pool at University Hospital, Dodd Hall. The role involves managing and providing care, directing and supervising nursing staff, and coordinating care in alignment with the professional practice model.

Minimum qualifications include a 2-year nursing degree, Ohio license, and 2 years’ rehab or acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-year College Degree in Nursing from a CCNE or ACEN-accredited nursing program is required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing from a CCNE or ACEN-accredited nursing program is preferred.
• Current Ohio license or interim permit is required.
• 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and manage direct patient care and supervise nursing staff.
• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate and evaluate nursing care.
• Ensure care aligns with the professional practice model and unit standards.
• Float to Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation units as needed.

Job description

Job Title

Staff Nurse (RN) - Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Float Pool. Department: University Hospital | 3 Dodd Hall, Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation.

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's mission is to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education, and patient care. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization, The staff nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement, the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost-effective care.

Position Summary

The Staff Nurse is responsible for managing and providing care to the patient and his/her family, and for directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The Staff Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire

• 2- year College Degree in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program is required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing with a major in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program is preferred.
• Current Ohio license or interim permit required.
• 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting is preferred.

On-going

Maintains current Ohio RN license. Meets mandatory educational and health requirements. Demonstrates computer skills required to meet job functions.

Additional Information

Float to both units in our Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital.

The Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit on the third floor of Dodd Hospital has 31 beds and provides comprehensive rehab care for individuals 16+ with brain injury, spinal cord injury, and oncology diagnoses.

The Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit on the 4th floor has 29 beds. Their patient population is Stroke and General Rehabilitation, including things like burns, transplants, cardiac issues including LVAD's, amputations and orthopedics. Patients are 16 and older.

Location

Dodd Hall (0171).

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

36

Shift

Third Shift

Eligibility

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.