Summary:     

 

Provides direct patient care to adolescent through geriatric patient population in the critical care setting.    Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.  Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.   Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.  Participates in performance improvement and QI activities.

 

Responsibilities:

1.  Performs a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. 

     This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population.

  

2. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.  Identifies and addresses

    psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their

    families.  Functions as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other

    health care providers.

 

3. Attends and or reviews 75% of staff meetings, all mandatory in services, and all

    annual job requirements.  Remains current with new policies and informed about

    changes within the hospital.

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

 

Valid RN License within the State of Ohio

BLS / ACLS / PALS certification

Annual Safety Test

Fire Extinguisher Training

Annual TB