Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care using the nursing process. This role includes accepting responsibility for the direction of co-workers and the delegation of appropriate tasks during the implementation of care. All duties are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Shift Information

7 PM – 7:30 AM

Weekend Requirement: 5 weekend shifts per a 6-week schedule.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in nursing; Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Valid license to practice in the State of Ohio; CPR required.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years nursing experience preferred.
• Job-related Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to problem-solve and facilitate resolutions to issues.
  • Capability to handle multiple priorities and make independent decisions.
  • Critical thinking skills.

Organizational Expectations and Responsibilities

• Mission and Service Values:
  • Empathy: Demonstrates a willingness to understand others’ perspectives and treats others with compassion.
  • Integrity: Takes responsibility for own actions and delivers on commitments.
  • Stewardship: Uses resources wisely and shows pride in the organization.
  • Agility: Takes initiative to find creative solutions and respond promptly to concerns.
  • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with team members and embraces differing viewpoints.
• Commitment and Engagement:
  • Quality: Commits to improving performance and contributes to quality initiatives.
  • Safety: Maintains a safe work environment and reports unsafe conditions.
  • Service: Recognizes customer needs and strives to exceed expectations.
  • Sustainability: Demonstrates cost-conscious use of resources.
• Personal Engagement:
  • Organization Commitment: Complies with policies and promotes a positive work experience.
  • Personal Commitment: Takes ownership of the job and collaborates across departments.
  • Personal Growth: Commits to ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Essential Job Functions

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care according to the nursing process.
• Provides quality care based on assessment needs and established care plans.
• Educates patients and families throughout the admission and discharge process.
• Documents the nursing process accurately and concisely.
• Notifies physicians of relevant observations and changes in patient status.
• Administers medications and performs treatments safely and accurately.
• Implements physician orders as required.
• Ensures equipment and supplies are available for patient care and addresses malfunctions appropriately.

Physical Demands

Medium Work: Exerting up to 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force often.

Job Considerations

• Psychological/Mental: Requires analytical abilities, memory, problem-solving, and creativity.
• Cognitive: Involves communication and collaboration with co-workers, physicians, and families; prioritizing tasks and making judgments.