FT Dayshift ICU Registered Nurse (Staff RN)

MAIN FUNCTION :

Provides nursing care to patients in an efficient, professional, compassionate and caring manner. Directs the activities of paraprofessional as they provide care. Responsible for assuring effective communication with patients, support persons and members of the healthcare team. Responsible for implementing nursing care of assigned patients via the Nursing Process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. Acts in compliance with hospital, Nursing Department policies / procedures and the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Ohio. Follows WCH Nursing Philosophy and practice model which are derived from the Synergy model and appropriate Service Standards as outlined in Employee Handbook.

RESPONSIBLE TO : Department Director, Clinical Manager, Charge Nurses

MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS :

• Active license in the State of Ohio
• Maintain a current AHA (American Heart Association) Healthcare Provider ACLS and BLS card while in this position.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES :

DUTIES :

Administers care according to WCH / unit policy / procedure, current standards of care and Ohio Nurse Practice Act

Correctly demonstrates use of CPOE(Computer Physician Order Entry)

Evaluate the environment to assure safety & infection control standards are met

three 12 hour shifts per week 7a-7 : 30 p and every third weekend

36 hours per week. 72 hours per pay