Registered Nurse (RN-CN1), Neuroscience Step Down Unit, Nights, ONA

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized nursing care to assigned patients, using knowledge and judgment to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate culturally based, age-specific care. The RN prepares and coordinates an interdisciplinary plan of care in collaboration with healthcare team members and the patient or family, communicates care plans and priorities, and provides patients and families with clear treatment instructions. The role requires responding appropriately to individual behavioral, psychological, religious, and cultural needs; documenting the nursing process in accordance with hospital policies; and contributing to the unit through mentoring, teamwork, and ongoing professional development. This position is in the Neuroscience Step Down Unit on the night shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Associate’s degree in nursing required; a Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
Current Ohio RN license.
Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
One year of ICU or Critical Care Co-op experience required.

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.
Communicate the plan of care to associates involved in patient care and establish priorities based on patient assessments and needs.
Give clear treatment instructions to patients and families, involving family or guardians in assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care.
Identify and respond appropriately to patient needs related to behavioral health, psychological needs, and religious or cultural norms.
Demonstrate critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in meeting unit needs.
Document the nursing process, including treatment evaluation, accurately and in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
Act as a resource and mentor for new personnel, floaters, and supplemental staff working on the unit.
Take responsibility for personal and professional development and contribute to the development of peers, colleagues, and others.