Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical Med Surg, Part Time, Days
About The Position
UC Health is hiring a part-time Registered Nurse for the Surgical Med Surg unit on the 4th floor at West Chester Hospital, working the day shift. The 36-bed unit cares for surgical and trauma patients requiring medical-surgical-level care, with nurse-to-patient ratios ranging from 1:4 to 1:6. Nurses care for medically complex patients in a fast-paced, supportive and collaborative environment, with opportunities for growth and development. The unit treats patients across a range of surgical specialties, including orthopedics, bariatric, general, trauma, GI, and GU. The RN provides high-quality, culturally based, age-specific care according to assessed patient needs, established standards, and hospital policies and procedures. The role uses nursing and related sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team. West Chester Hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and certified Primary Stroke Center. It has received Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center and is part of UC Health, an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Associate's degree in nursing, minimum required.
- Current Ohio RN license.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification before the end of department orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, implement, evaluate, revise, and coordinate an interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in collaboration with healthcare team members and the patient or family, within unit standards of practice.
- Communicate the plan of care to associates involved in the patient's care and prioritize care based on patient assessment and needs.
- Provide clear treatment instructions to patients and families, involving family or guardians in assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care.
- Identify and appropriately respond to patient needs related to behavioral health, psychological needs, and religious or cultural norms.
- Demonstrate critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and cooperation in meeting unit needs.
- Accurately and concisely document the nursing process and treatment evaluation according to hospital policy and procedure.
- Serve as a resource and mentor for new personnel, float staff, and supplemental staff working on the unit.
- Take responsibility for personal professional development and contribute to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employee-paid short- and long-term disability.
- 401(k).
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Community discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
