Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
RN. Job in Dayton Gr8Jobs
Career Insights for Registered Nurse (General)
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Ohio data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
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.
$74,824 / year median in Ohio
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Kettering Health Network is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings in the Greater Dayton area. In this role, you will perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications and treatments, monitor patient status, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based, Christ-centered care. RNs will educate patients and families, support discharge planning, and uphold safety and quality standards. Enjoy a faith-based culture, ongoing training, career growth, and competitive benefits while making a meaningful impact on community health. Responsibilities Provide holistic, evidence-based nursing care to diverse patient populations in inpatient and outpatient settings. Perform comprehensive assessments, develop individualized care plans, and evaluate patient responses to treatment. Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments safely, following hospital policies and protocols. Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and initiate appropriate interventions or escalate care. Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate high-quality, patient-centered care. Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatments, medications, discharge plans, and self-care strategies. Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Support safe discharge planning, care transitions, and referrals to community resources. Uphold infection control, patient safety, and quality standards aligned with regulatory and organizational guidelines. Demonstrate Kettering Health's faith-based mission and values through compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care. Required Skills Patient assessment Care planning IV therapy and medication administration Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation Wound care Telemetry monitoring Care coordination and discharge planning Infection control practices Patient and family education Emergency response skills (BLS/ACLS)