Registered Nurse (RN-CN1), Gastrointestinal-8 East, Full Time, Nights, ONA

Job Description UC Health is hiring a Full Time Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Nurse (CN I) for the Gastrointestinal 8 East unit for the Night Shift at UC Medical Center. The Gastrointestinal Nurse will support the Medical Center's medicine and Level 1 Trauma Center, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures. This 16‑bed unit has ratios ranging from 4 to 6 patients per nurse. This nurse will help manage liver patients (pre and post‑transplant), cystic fibrosis patients, many off‑service patients and some behavioral health components with medical needs. Unit Details Selected for special projects to provide innovative care to our patients. Clinical groups everyday of the week every semester you will be able to help support and teach. Orients Healthcare Exploration students, which provides great development opportunities for the team. Team members work closely with the physician teams and starting unit councils for everyone to have a voice. Part of the Greater Cincinnati’s only Level 1 Adult Trauma Center. Additional benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurances. Tuition reimbursement opportunities are also available within this unit to help with development in your nursing career. Location Cincinnati, OH, United States Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Associate’s Degree, minimum required Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred Current OH RN License Responsibilities The Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Nurse (CN I) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing. The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age‑specific. Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other healthcare team members and patient/family within the time frame indicated by unit's standards of practice. Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved in the patient’s care, and demonstrates ability to establish priorities of care based on patient’s assessment and needs. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, and involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient. Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral health problems, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms. Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in meeting the needs of the unit. Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of treatment and in accordance to hospital policy and procedure. Acts as a resource person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental staff working on the unit. Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others. UC Health is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr UC Health