Job Description
Description
A Brief Overview
To maintain the nursing staff in all areas as well as to deliver safe efficient age specific nursing care to patient / families.
What You Will Do
- Routinely provide patient care.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintains employee records.
- Identifies needs for and provides Staff education / staff development.
- Participates in Discharge planning, community resource referrals, and education.
- Committee involvement, participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Oversees daily operations of unit / area in a cost-effective manner.
- Involved in Community outreach activities as pertinent Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients / customers and co-workers.
- Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
- Displays commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.Qualifications
Education
(ADN) Associate's Degree in Nursing (Required)(BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing within 2 years of hire date (Required) or(MSN) Master's Degree in Nursing within 2 years of hire date (Required)Work Experience
1+ years clinical experience (Required)Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills both written and verbal, as well as, exhibiting strong organizational skills and work ethic. (Required proficiency)Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients / customers. (Required proficiency)Demonstrated ability to handle high pressure situations with professionalism and integrity. (Required proficiency)Knowledge of current technology and equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (Required proficiency)PC and computer applications (Required proficiency)Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and / or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) andBasic Life Support (BLS) (Required)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS / PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit.Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS / PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit.Certification in a specialty clinical area or leadership (Required within 2 Years)Physical Demands
Standing FrequentlyWalking FrequentlySitting RarelyLifting Frequently up to 50 lbsCarrying Frequently up to 50 lbsPushing Frequently up to 50 lbsPulling Frequently up to 50 lbsClimbing Occasionally up to 50 lbsBalancing OccasionallyStooping FrequentlyKneeling FrequentlyCrouching FrequentlyCrawling OccasionallyReaching FrequentlyHandling FrequentlyGrasping FrequentlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye / Hand / Foot Coordination ConstantlyTravel Requirements
10%