What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - PRN position at ACMC Healthcare System?
This position will be part of Ashtabula Regional Medical Center's (ARMC) new patient care tower. The patient care tower is a 115,000 square foot, multi-story building with 55 new private patient rooms. This includes a new Intensive Care Unit, five new operating rooms in the Surgical Suite, and 24 new rooms in the Emergency Department. The new patient rooms have private bathrooms and showers and are more spacious and comfortable for families while visiting their loved one.
The new tower creates an even better environment for our patients and caregivers while incorporating the latest technology in healthcare. Caregiver input was a critical piece of the tower design process. Caregivers were involved to help ensure the tower was designed around their workflow, not the other way around. Come check us out and explore the opportunities to care for patients in a facility centered around patients and caregivers!
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides general and specialized direct and indirect patient care through the application of sound nursing practice procedures. The RN will demonstrate competency in the behavioral, growth and development, and psychosocial needs of the population served. This role will encounter Protected Health Information (PHI) as part of their regular responsibilities. Together, our providers, nurses, and nursing support caregivers provide a team approach to patient care and are committed to the philosophy of, “Patients First”.
Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Completion of a recognized course of study from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN preferred
- Excellent customer service skills
Required Length and Type of Experience
- One year of related nursing experience, preferred.
Required Licensure or Certification
- Must be currently licensed to practice in the state of Ohio.
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, and/or NRP certification are required within the first year for appropriate unit.
Required Physical and Environmental Demands
- Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients
- Manual and finger dexterity along with hand-eye coordination
- Occasionally lifts and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
- Working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
- Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.
