Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

As a Registered Nurse in Queen City Cincinnati, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients across diverse healthcare settings. Your primary objective will be to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care to promote optimal patient outcomes. You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care coordination and patient safety. This role demands a commitment to patient advocacy, education, and the application of evidence-based practices to support recovery and wellness. Ultimately, your work will directly impact the health and well-being of individuals and families within the community.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing wound care.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care to promote understanding and adherence.
• Utilize telemetry monitoring to assess cardiac rhythms and respond promptly to any abnormalities or emergencies.
• Advocate for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard in care planning and decision-making.
• Document patient information accurately and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in direct patient care within a clinical setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
• Advanced certifications such as Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN) or Cardiac Telemetry certification.
• Experience working in telemetry or acute care units.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Demonstrated leadership or patient advocacy experience.

Skills

The required skills such as direct patient care and wound care are essential for daily hands-on nursing activities, ensuring patients receive timely and effective treatment. Patient education skills enable you to communicate complex health information clearly, empowering patients to manage their health confidently. Telemetry skills are critical for monitoring cardiac patients and responding to changes in their condition swiftly. Patient advocacy involves representing and supporting patients' rights and preferences, which is vital for ethical and personalized care. Preferred skills like advanced certifications and EHR proficiency enhance your ability to deliver specialized care and maintain accurate patient records efficiently.