Registered Nurse (RN) - Nights - Step Down - University Hospitals : Job Details

The UH Lake West Step Down unit is looking for Registered Nurses interested in joining our team!

Benefits of joining our team include:

• $8,000 sign-on bonus for nurses accepting a full time position
• Tuition reimbursement after six months
• Free parking
• Flexible schedule including part time, full time, and weekender programs available

Position Summary

Essential Functions:

• 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.

Required For All Jobs:

• 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 are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Position Requirements:

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

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of Diploma/Associate s Degree in nursing from accredited program.

License Requirements:

• Registered nurse with current license to practice in the state of Ohio.
• Current BLS Provider Certification, issued by the American Heart Association, must be obtained during Nursing Orientation

Physical Demands:

Standing FrequentlyWalking FrequentlySitting RarelyLifting Frequently 50 lbsCarrying Frequently 50 lbsPushing Frequently 50 lbsPulling Frequently 50 lbsClimbing Occasionally 50 lbsBalancing OccasionallyStooping FrequentlyKneeling FrequentlyCrouching FrequentlyCrawling OccasionallyReaching FrequentlyHandling FrequentlyGrasping FrequentlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly