Staff RN - ICU - Contingent (62391)

Fairfield Medical Center; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 46,149 - 68,328; Part time

Job summary

Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio is seeking a dedicated registered nurse for the ICU. This contingent position involves assessing and supervising patient care, providing education, and ensuring compliance with care protocols.

The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited nursing program and possess a valid Ohio nursing license. Previous nursing experience and CPR certification are preferred. This role requires physical exertion and the ability to handle patients frequently.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program with a valid Ohio license.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and supervise individual patient care.
• Provide education for patients and families.
• Administer medications accurately and safely.

Skills

Patient care assessment

Delegation of tasks

Patient education

Medication administration

Education

Diploma, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Valid Ohio nursing license

CPR certification

Previous nursing experience

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: ICU – FMC Main Campus – Lancaster, OH 43130
• Position Type: Contingent
• Travel Percentage: No Driving Required
• Job Shift: Variable
• Job Category: Nursing
• Pay Rate: $33.50–$49.60 hourly

Job Description

• The registered nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care using the nursing process.
• Accepts responsibility for direction of co‑workers and delegation of role appropriate tasks in the implementation of care.
• Provides quality nursing care based on a family‑centered approach.
• Provides education for the patient and family/significant other from admission through discharge process.
• Provides thorough, concise, accurate and legible documentation of the nursing process.
• Works closely with physicians and other team members addressing patient/family concerns to ensure a smooth transition of care.
• Administers medications and performs treatments in an accurate safe manner.
• Ensures clinic processes and workflows comply with FMC policies and procedures.
• Ensures equipment and supplies are readily available for patient care, reporting malfunctions to proper department.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program, resulting in one of the following: Diploma in Nursing, Associate's Degree in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Valid license to practice in the State of Ohio.
• CPR required.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.

Must be able to physically exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work. Position may require frequent patient handling activity.