Registered Nurse- OCU

Southern Ohio Medical Center•Portsmouth, OH

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Orthopedic Care Unit works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager. The RN assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care according to unit policies and procedures, while supporting the organization’s strategic values and providing excellent care. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, on the night shift. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or successful completion of an equivalent high school exam.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Ohio.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

Complete nursing assessments and document findings in patient records.
Develop, evaluate, and update plans of care based on patient assessments.
Communicate and collaborate with physicians and other health team members to develop plans of care.
Initiate, manage, and participate in discharge planning.
Implement, delegate, and coordinate patient care.
Facilitate patient and family teaching as appropriate.
Participate in hourly rounding and bedside shift reports.
Answer call lights and respond to patient needs.
Provide total patient care.
Pre-clean, decontaminate, and transport contaminated instruments according to policy.
Perform intermediate-level and/or high-level disinfection according to manufacturer Instructions for Use; ensure department scopes or probes are cleaned, disinfected, maintained, and stored accordingly.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis.
Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility.
Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension).
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Earned Wage Access.
Paid Time Off bank with three annual sick days.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Tuition and certification assistance.
Discounted or free gym membership through Club LC.
Employee discount and payroll deduction programs.
Other benefit offerings.