RN PRN - Step Down

Overview RN PRN - Step Down focuses on providing safe, efficient age‑specific nursing care to patients and families using the nursing process to help attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status. Responsibilities Implements the nursing process by delivering effective relationship‑based nursing care. Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes. Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations. Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing. Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes. 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 address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Education Diploma in Nursing or ADN (Required) BSN (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of nursing process and practice. (Required proficiency) Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical therapies (e.g., stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices). (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi-State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) May be required based on the unit's clinical care standards. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document on the DWP Nursing Portal to determine unit requirements. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) May be required based on the unit's clinical care standards. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document on the DWP Nursing Portal to determine unit requirements. Physical Demands Standing frequently Walking frequently Sitting rarely Lifting frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing occasionally Stooping frequently Kneeling frequently Crouching frequently Crawling occasionally Reaching frequently Handling frequently Grasping frequently Talking constantly Hearing constantly Repetitive motions constantly Eye/hand/foot coordination constantly Travel Requirements 10% #J-18808-Ljbffr Ahuja_Medical_Center