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

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed nursing professional who uses specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide culturally based, age-specific care to individuals and groups. The RN applies principles from biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. This position is on the Neuroscience Step Down Unit at University of Cincinnati Medical Center and is listed for nights under ONA.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Associate’s degree required; this is the minimum education requirement.
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 preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, implement, evaluate, revise, and coordinate an interdisciplinary plan of care for assigned patients in collaboration with the healthcare team and the patient or family, within unit standards of practice.
Communicate the plan of care to associates involved in patient care and establish priorities based on patient assessment and needs.
Give patients and families clear treatment instructions and involve family or guardians in assessment, initial treatment, and ongoing care.
Identify and respond appropriately to needs related to behavioral health, psychological circumstances, and religious or cultural norms.
Demonstrate critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and cooperation in meeting unit needs.
Document the nursing process accurately and concisely, including treatment evaluation, in accordance with 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 and professional development and contribute to the development of peers, colleagues, and others.