What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care Float FT Night RN 7p-7a, Q3rd weekend $5,000 Sign position at Wooster Community Hospital?
Job Description
Job Description
ICU Registered Nurse
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.
Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the age appropriate and evidence-based care of acutely and critically ill medical, cardiac and surgical adolescent / adult patients. Provides acute stroke care per protocols of the WCH designated stroke unit. Assists with special and invasive bedside procedures. Directs the care delivered by others in the department. Collaborates with Physicians to evaluate patient readiness for transfer out of critical care environment. Accepts med surg and telemetry overflow patients as necessary. Communicates effectively with the intraprofessional team and families.
RESPONSIBLE TO : Department Director, Charge Nurses
MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS :
- ACLS within 1 year of hire, and maintain while in position
- 1 year current hospital nursing; New graduates only with completion of critical care preceptorship or current Nurse tech position
- Complete NIH Stroke Certification with 6 months and maintain while in position
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse community
- Active license in the State of Ohio
- Maintain a current AHA (American Heart Association) Healthcare Provider BLS card while in this position.
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES :
OTHER Position Expectations :
Caring for patients with complex needs including hemodynamically compromised, acute stroke and mechanically ventilated patients
Employees in this position may be :
FT nights. 7p-7a, three 12hr shifts. Every third weekend.
FT nights. 7p-7a, three 12hr shifts. Every third weekend.
