REGISTERED NURSE / RN/ MED-SURG

Position: Registered Nurse (RN)

Dept: One Central Med/Surg

Shift: 7p-7:30a/72 hours per pp

Facility: Upper Valley Medical Center

The Clinical Nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who partners with and advocates for patients/families/significant others to provide physical, emotional and spiritual support which impacts patient outcomes in a safe environment. The RN functions in a versatile role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes excellence and autonomy in the practice of Nursing. The RN utilizes the nursing process in conjunction with evidence-based principles to care for a diverse caseload of patients within the department scope of service. The RN serves as guide, healer, collaborator, teacher, leader and sentry. The RN collaborates with and guides care delivered by the inter-professional team. The RN is accountable for compliance with the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Code of Ethics and applicable regulatory standards

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid Ohio RN license; Current CPR certification required at the time of hire.

Experience: Previous hospital experience is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

o Must be able to multitask with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor

o Basic computer knowledge

o Strong organization skills

o Effective interpersonal and communication skills