Job Description
DescriptionProvides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to assist
them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status.
JOB FUNCTIONS
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.
Additional Responsibilities
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.
QualificationsEDUCATION:
(ADN) Associate's Degree in Nursing Required
(BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred
(MSN) Master's Degree in Nursing Preferred
Knowledge of nursing process and practice. Required
Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical
therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic
monitoring devices.
Licenses/Certifications Licenses/Certification Details Time Frame Required:
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License Upon Hire Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire Required, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on clinical area
standards. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required based on clinical area
standards.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands
Category:
Healthcare & Safety
Physical Demand N/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Weight
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Lifting X 50 lbs
Carrying X 50 lbs
Pushing X 50 lbs
Pulling X 50 lbs
Climbing X 50 lbs
Balancing X
Stooping X
Kneeling X
Crouching X
Crawling X
Reaching X
Handling X
Grasping X
Feeling X
Talking X
Hearing X
Repetitive Motions X
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination X
