What are the responsibilities and job description for the REGISTERED NURSE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT position at Southwest General?
Summary
Southwest General Health Center is a 352-bed community hospital located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. One of the last standing community hospitals in Northeast Ohio, we partner with University Hospitals and other local community organizations to provide a full range of services to all who need us. We are certified as a Level III Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, and have been serving our community for over 100 years!
Why work at SWGHC? In addition to the outstanding culture, we offer great benefits, no rotating shifts, free parking and are close to the turnpike and I71. Come join our team! #loveajobthatlovesyouback
REGISTERED NURSE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
Southwest General’s award-winning main Emergency Department has 52 beds, serving our communities’ needs for emergency care 24 hours a day. For individuals suffering severe traumatic injuries, our main ED is verified by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Committee on Trauma as a Level III trauma center. No call, no rotating shifts.
HOURS:
Half-time, benefit eligible night shifts. 7:00PM-7:30AM with rotating weekends (every 3rd). 48 hours BIWEEKLY.
POSITION SUMMARY:
A professional caregiver who plans, provides, and directs patient care and teaching, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with patient care standards and physician orders. He/she acts as a liaison between physicians, patient and family, and collaborates with other health care members. He/she assists in the orientation process of new personnel, and may participate in health center and department committees. The staff nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current licensure by Ohio State Board of Nursing.
Required length of experience:
Previous experience in specific nursing area strongly preferred.
Required licensure, certification, and/or registry:
Current license by the Ohio State Board of Nursing.
CPR, BLS, PALS, ACLS required.
TNCC preferred.