Registered Nurse Med/Surg Stepdown

Southwest General•Middleburg Heights, OH

About The Position

Southwest General Health Center is a 352-bed community hospital located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. One of the last standing community hospitals in Northeast Ohio, we partner with University Hospitals and other local community organizations to provide a full range of services to all who need us. We are certified as a Level III Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, and have been serving our community for over 100 years! Why work at SWGHC? In addition to the outstanding culture, we offer great benefits, no rotating shifts, free parking and are close to the turnpike and I71. Come join our team! #loveajobthatlovesyouback REGISTERED NURSE 3E/MEDICAL SURGICAL/STEPDOWN 3E is a 32 bed medical/surgical unit that has a variety of older adult patients, with a wide range of needs from ambulatory to complete care. Acuity of patients is generally moderate. They welcome new grads to their unit, and it is a great place to solidify nursing skills. No call or rotating shifts. HOURS: POSITION SUMMARY: A professional caregiver who plans, provides, and directs patient care and teaching, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with patient care standards and physician orders. They act as a liaison between physicians, patient and family, and collaborates with other health care members. They assist in the orientation process of new personnel, and may participate in health center and department committees. The staff nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current licensure by Ohio State Board of Nursing.
Current license by the Ohio State Board of Nursing.
CPR, BLS required
ACLS required within one (1) year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Medical/surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, provides, and directs patient care and teaching, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with patient care standards and physician orders.
Acts as a liaison between physicians, patient and family
Collaborates with other health care members.
Assists in the orientation process of new personnel
May participate in health center and department committees.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity.