RN Days (PT)

Pomerene Hospital•Millersburg, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse assigned to Med Surg/SCU provides safe, timely, effective, quality, age-appropriate, culturally appropriate, cost-conscious, evidence-based care using the nursing process and holistic patient care. The RN assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individualized patient care in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, and provides clinical leadership for patient care. Depending on qualifications, the RN may be assigned to other nursing units based on patient census and staffing needs. Pomerene nurses support the hospital’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan in a team-oriented environment. They perform their duties in compliance with laws, regulations, accrediting agency standards, and related professional organization standards, maintaining professionalism in appearance and conduct.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nursing.
Valid State of Ohio RN licensure.
BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications; these may be obtained during the orientation period.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience as an RN.

Responsibilities

Coordinate assigned patient care, including assessing and interpreting patient-care information and data.
Provide appropriate education to patients and their families.
Work cooperatively with unit staff, physicians, and ancillary departments.
Maintain high standards of professional nursing practice.
Perform duties according to hospital and department policies and procedures.
Demonstrate commitment to Pomerene Hospital’s values.
Support and encourage involvement of the patient’s Primary Support Person (PSP) or family in care, with the patient’s consent, including discussions about the nursing plan of care, medications, physician consultations, and discharge instructions.
Encourage the PSP or family to be present at the bedside and participate in the patient’s care.
Move throughout the facility as needed and appropriately assist with emergency drills and situations.
Demonstrate the physical, clinical, and professional capacity to provide direct patient care.