Registered Nurse (RN) Neurology Acute Care/Step Down - Weekender

Job Description

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About Lerner Tower 4 – Neurology Acute Care Step Down Unit

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Lerner Tower 4 is a 30 bed adult inpatient care unit that primarily provides care for neurology and neurosurgical patients. The newly remodeled unit is also a neuro intermediate care unit, in which stepdown acuity level neuro patients can be cared for.  Additionally, Tower 4 has a unique collaboration with NSU, the neuro ICU. Management as well as staff from both areas meet frequently to discuss issues, work on process improvement and patient satisfaction. Learn more about the unit. Neurology (Lerner Tower 4) 

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Weekender Position

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Individuals hired for a Weekender position are required to work two (2) 12-hour shifts between 7:00 PM Friday and 7:00 AM Monday. In return for this commitment, Weekenders will be compensated at 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for these shifts. Individuals in Weekender roles qualify for full-time medical and dental benefits, whereas eligibility for all other benefits is at part-time levels.

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Why join University Hospitals

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At University Hospitals, nurses have always been our front-line caregivers. Every day, they care for patients of all ages – from newborns to seniors – expertly blending compassion with advanced knowledge, technical skills and professional integrity.

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Benefits and Perks

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·        Up to $4,000 sign on bonus for Part Time Employees

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·        Relocation assistance

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·        Medical, dental, and vision coverage

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·        Paid time off

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·        Flexible scheduling options

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·        Retirement and pension plan

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·        Free parking for part time and full time employees

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Required For All Jobs

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• Performs other duties as assigned.
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• Complies with all policies and standards.
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• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
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• 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 are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
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Position Requirements:

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Thorough knowledge of nursing process and practice. Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (ie. Stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices. Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients.

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1 year of RN experience required

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Education Requirements:

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

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Minimum of Diploma/Associate’s Degree in nursing from accredited program.

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License Requirements:

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Registered nurse with current license to practice in the state of Ohio.

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Current BLS Provider Certification, issued by the American Heart Association, must be obtained during Nursing Orientation

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Physical Demands

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·        Standing Frequently

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·        Walking Frequently

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·        Sitting Rarely

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·        Lifting Frequently 50 lbs

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·        Carrying Frequently 50 lbs

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·        Pushing Frequently 50 lbs

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·        Pulling Frequently 50 lbs

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·        Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs

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·        Balancing Occasionally

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·        Stooping Frequently

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·        Kneeling Frequently

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·        Crouching Frequently

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·        Crawling Occasionally

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·        Reaching Frequently

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·        Handling Frequently

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·        Grasping Frequently

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·        Feeling Constantly

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·        Talking Constantly

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·        Hearing Constantly

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·        Repetitive Motions Constantly

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Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

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