REGISTERED NURSE (RN) / AMBULATORY SURGERY

Job Description

> REF:#8a82bdd278d42b82 Position: Registered Nurse (RN)

Dept: Ambulatory Surgery Center

Shift: Days-7:30am-6pm
Facility: Upper Valley Medical Center

The Clinical Nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who partners with and advocates for patients/families/significant others to provide physical, emotional and spiritual support which impacts patient outcomes in a safe environment. The RN functions in a versatile role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes excellence and autonomy in the practice of Nursing. The RN utilizes the nursing process in conjunction with evidence-based principles to care for a diverse caseload of patients within the department scope of service. The RN serves as guide, healer, collaborator, teacher, leader and sentry. The RN collaborates with and guides care delivered by the inter-professional team. The RN is accountable for compliance with the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Code of Ethics and applicable regulatory standards.

Education: Graduation from accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

· Valid Ohio RN license

· Current BLS certification required at the time of hire.

Experience: Minimum 1 year of acute care hospital RN experience is required.

Knowledge/Skills:

Must be able to multitask with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor
Basic computer knowledge
Strong organization skills
Effective interpersonal and communication skills