RN - Defiance Regional Hospital - MedSurg

ProMedica•Defiance, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience, supporting improved health outcomes for patients and the communities ProMedica serves. As coordinator of a patient's plan of care, the RN communicates with patients, families, and the health care team through open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making. The RN assesses patients, formulates nursing diagnoses, plans and implements care, and evaluates the effectiveness of care plans. The role works collaboratively with nurses and support staff to achieve patient care goals and contribute to improvements in patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction. The position is in the Med Surg Unit at Defiance Regional Hospital.

Requirements

Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR training.
Complete 24 contact hours of continuing education during the Ohio licensure period, including at least 1 contact hour related to Chapter 4723 of the Ohio nurse practice code and rules.
Maintain BCLS and any other certifications required by the job, such as ACLS.
Obtain specialty certifications required by individual nursing units.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing.

Responsibilities

Provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, in accordance with departmental standards.
Coordinate patients' plans of care through effective shift-to-shift communication.
Use appropriate techniques to control and prevent infections.
Employ critical thinking skills and sound judgment in all aspects of care.
Initiate emergency care as necessary.
Address patient and family education needs based on comprehension, learning style, and discharge needs.
Follow the proper chain of command when issues or problems arise and demonstrate appropriate follow-through.
Maintain professionalism and patient confidentiality.
Demonstrate sound clinical skills and judgment.
Critique daily practice for errors and pursue corrective action.