A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
7a-7p/7p-7a; Rotating weekends, Rotating holidays For nearly two centuries, the MetroHealth System's mission has been focused on delivering high-quality patient-centered care to all communities in Northeast Ohio. Today, through our state-of-the-art Level One Trauma Center, cutting-edge specialty care units, and dedicated caregivers, the system is working at the forefront of medicine to address the overall needs of our patients and eliminate healthcare disparities. All Critical Care units offer enhanced technology to assist with nursing care, including patient lifts, hands-free communication, virtual whiteboards, and continuous telemetry monitoring. Join our Critical Care Step Down Unit, 7 West!
Primary Patient Population:
Congestive Heart Failure
COPD DKA
Sepsis Primary skills utilized/learned: EKG interpretation Central Line care Rescue Bi-pap, High Flow Oxygen, Trach/Vents, Assist with bedside procedures (endoscopies, bronchoscopies) Critical thinking, delegating, time management Personnel RN will work with: • Patient Care Nursing Assistants (PCNAs), Nurse Interns, Providers, PT, OT Number of beds on unit: 14 beds MetroHealth offers industry-leading benefits, including tuition reimbursement, professional certification incentives, and medical/dental insurance. As a public employer, employees participate in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS).
Required Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (or a program seeking accreditation). Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio Current AHA Basic Life Support for the healthcare provider certification or obtained within 90 days of hire. Current ACLS certification or obtained within 6 months of hire PRN requires 1 year of relevant RN experience PRN must possess all required certifications upon hire
Preferred Qualifications:
BSN Professional Certification recognized by the Magnet Association
