Staff Nurse - Emergency Part Time 7a-7p

Fisher-Titus Health•Norwalk, OH

About The Position

The Staff Nurse provides individualized, goal-directed nursing care in the Emergency Department using the nursing process and principles of primary nursing, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. The nurse assesses patient and family needs, implements and evaluates the medical plan of care and nursing interventions, documents care and patient responses, and helps ensure high-quality care for patients of all ages. The role also includes maintaining current professional knowledge and credentials, pursuing professional development, serving as a role model for staff, and working effectively with the department and other teams. The position is part-time, working two 7 a.m.–7 p.m. shifts per week. Fisher-Titus offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) match, paid time off, and tuition assistance. A sign-on bonus of $10,000–$15,000 is offered based on experience. Shift, weekend, and PRN differentials are also available. Fisher-Titus serves more than 70,000 residents in the greater Huron County area, providing a continuum of health and wellness care. Its mission is to deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence to promote lifelong health and wellness for the community.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current RN license in the state of Ohio.
CPR certification required; BLS expected at renewal.
ACLS, PALS, and TNCC required; must be obtained within one year of hire or transfer into the department.
Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing or walking for 6–8 hours; sitting for 1–2 hours; bending, squatting, climbing, reaching, lifting, and carrying up to one-third of the time; and lifting up to 25 pounds one-third or more of the time.
Ability to perform precise motor functions with both hands and gross motor functions with both feet.
Ability to work with exposure to body fluids.
Maintain confidentiality of hospital and patient information and follow safety and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess and diagnose patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients.
Implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures using the skills and judgment necessary for patient care.
Evaluate identified problems, care provided, and patient responses; reassess needs to support quality care for patients and families.
Maintain current knowledge, certifications, and licensure, and pursue professional growth and development.
Serve as a role model for current and new staff.
Perform Emergency Department responsibilities defined in the scope of service, addressing the unique needs of clients, including their ages.
Work effectively with department and interdepartmental teams to help meet departmental goals and objectives.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation of nursing care and patient responses.
Attend mandatory education, staff meetings, and monthly rounding with the manager; complete required department-specific education and training.
Follow safety, security, confidentiality, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and risk-management policies and procedures.
Communicate compassionately, use active listening and the AIDET communication tool, and apply HEART service recovery techniques.
Demonstrate service etiquette, protect patient privacy, respect patient diversity, and assess and manage patient expectations of care.
Follow safety guidelines, recognize risks early, report unsafe conditions, and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Deliver efficient, effective, purposeful care and engage in practices that continually improve processes.