RN - 6100 Med Surg

Kettering Health Dayton Registered Nurse

Dayton | Full-Time | Nights

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient-centered nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care in collaboration with the healthcare team. This role ensures the safety, quality, and continuity of care for patients across diverse clinical settings, supporting optimal patient outcomes and compliance with regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing).

Required Work Experience

• None required
• clinical experience during nursing program accepted.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

• Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Skills

• Proficiency in patient assessment, care planning, and clinical documentation
• effective verbal and written communication
• proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient assignments
• ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary care teams
• commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and infection control standards
• knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory requirements.

Competencies

• Nursing competencies are based on ACHC standards or department specific needs/specialties

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Preferred Work Experience:

• One year of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or relevant specialty setting.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or specialty certification applicable to clinical area.

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.