Staff RN - ED Main Campus (Experienced RNs)

Defiance College Foundation Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Defiance College Foundation Inc is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for varied shifts including nights and weekends. The role prioritizes quality and safety in patient care using a Family Centered approach.

The successful candidate should possess a BSN or an Associate degree with a commitment to obtain a BSN within 5 years, and must be licensed in Ohio. Essential skills include effective communication, critical thinking, and a dedication to patient advocacy.

This position offers a base pay of $36.90/hr plus shift differentials and benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain other necessary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using a Family Centered approach.
• Assess individualized patient needs.
• Communicate patient care needs to the healthcare team.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate care using Evidence-Based Practices.
• Document according to organizational standards.

Skills

Quality and safety patient care skills

Strong communication skills

Culturally competent care

Advanced critical thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Education

BSN or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN

Job description

Overview

24 or 36 hrs/week, nights, 7p-7a with every other weekend rotation, and holiday rotation at ED Main Campus or, Split position between ED Lewis Center and ED Main Campus, nights, 7p-7a with every other weekend rotation, and holiday rotation. or, Day/Night Rotation with every other weekend rotation and holiday rotation at ED Main Campus. Base pay $36.90/hr plus applicable shift differentials. Benefits eligible.

Job Description Summary

Assists patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. Delegates, directs, oversees and provides developmentally appropriate patient care. Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License.

Essential Functions

Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach. Assesses individualized patient needs. Communicates patient care needs and priorities to assigned Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Patient Care Assistants (PCAs), Unit Coordinators, and Allied Health personnel. Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care using Evidence-Based Practices. Utilizes Therapeutic Communication while monitoring the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and families. Engages in the “workplace community” by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, understanding Quality Improvement, and representing staff at relevant meetings and then reporting important information and updates back to staff. Documents according to organisational standards, policies, and procedures.

Education Requirement

BSN; Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.

Licensure Requirement

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.

Certifications

Current CPR certification required. Must be willing to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON or other necessary certification as determined by your manager based on business unit.

Skills

Quality and safety patient care skills, Strong communication skills. Ability to provide culturally competent care with a demonstrated commitment to ensuring quality and safety initiatives. Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Experience

(not specified)

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance
• FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Depth perception, Electricity, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Squat/kneel
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet