RN - 4100 Intermediate Care

Kettering Health•Dayton, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient-centered nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care in collaboration with the healthcare team. The role supports patient safety, quality, continuity of care, optimal outcomes, and compliance with regulatory standards. The nurse also performs other duties as assigned and carries out responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program. The position is on an Intermediate Care Unit caring for patients with multiple disease processes, including diabetes, sepsis, CHF, kidney disease, podiatry conditions, altered mental status, and stroke. The unit has 29 beds, an average daily census of 24–29 patients, and a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4. The department seeks motivated, engaged individuals able to adapt to different environments and provide high-quality, safe care. This role is at Kettering Health Dayton in Dayton, Ohio, and is full-time on days. Hospital or acute-care experience is required, though new graduate RNs will be considered. No work experience is required; clinical experience during a nursing program is accepted.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Hospital or acute-care experience is required; new graduate RNs will be considered.
No work experience is required; clinical experience during a nursing program is accepted.
Proficiency in patient assessment, care planning, and clinical documentation.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient assignments.
Ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary care teams.
Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and infection-control standards.
Knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory requirements.
Nursing competencies are based on ACHC standards or department-specific needs and specialties.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
One year of clinical nursing experience in an acute-care or relevant specialty setting.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or a specialty certification applicable to the clinical area.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ physical, psychosocial, and educational needs through interviews, examinations, and review of medical history.
Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Administer medications and treatments safely, monitoring for therapeutic and adverse effects in accordance with provider orders and protocols.
Document all aspects of patient care accurately and promptly in the electronic health record (EHR).
Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatment plans, medication regimens, and preventive care strategies.
Monitor and evaluate patient responses to interventions, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
Advocate for patient needs, preferences, and rights, ensuring culturally competent and ethical care.
Maintain compliance with organizational policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and infection control initiatives as assigned.
Respond to emergencies and perform life-saving interventions within scope of practice and training.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Carry out job responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.