New Grad RN (Portage Med/Surg/Ortho)

JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

3 East at UH Portage Medical Center is a 31 bed Med / Surg unit with a focus on orthopedics & general surgery. The average nurse to patient ratio is 1 : 5 / 1 : 6.

Position Description :

Provides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients / families using the nursing process in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status. Dimensions are :

1. Implements the nursing process by delivering effective relationship based nursing care.

2. Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.

3. Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.

4. Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing.

5. Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes

6. Displays the mission of the hospital and its values.

Qualifications

Position Requirements :

Thorough knowledge of nursing process and practice. Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (.

stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices.

Education Requirements :

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. Minimum of Diploma / Associate’s Degree in nursing from accredited program.

Note : Education and degree verification will be required upon receiving a job offer.

License Requirements :

An Ohio RN license is not required to be considered for this position. If selected to move forward, employment offers may be made contingent on candidate successfully obtaining RN license within time frame discussed at the time of offer acceptance.

Current BLS Provider Certification, issued by the American Heart Association, must be obtained during Nursing Orientation.

Preferred Qualifications :

BSN preferred. Prior experience in the Acute Care setting in a practicum or UAP capacity (STNA, PCNA, NA II, is preferred.

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LOCATION

UH Portage Medical Center

UH Portage Medical Center offers an array of inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical specialties to the residents of Portage County, including a Level 3 trauma center.