Registered Nurse (RN), Endoscopy, First Shift, West Chester

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN), Endoscopy, First Shift

UC Health is hiring a Full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the endoscopy unit for the day shift at West Chester.

The Endoscopy Unit is a robust and popular Endoscopy Unit that serves both inpatient and outpatient populations.  Procedures performed include, but not limited to, EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP, Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopic Ultrasounds. 

The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing. The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age specific.

About West Chester Hospital  

West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region’s largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation.  West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute.

Unit Details: 

Endoscopy gives hands on procedural experience.
Ability to grow and expand your nursing skills and receive additional surgical experience. 
The team has developed a strong sense of camaraderie and is dedicated to providing each other with encouragement and support   
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability 
401K 
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities 
Community Discounts

Location

West Chester, OH, United States

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements: 

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing  
Associate degree, minimum required  
Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred  
Current OH RN License   
BLS, minimum required 
ACLS, preferred 
1 year RN experience, minimum required 
1 year Endoscopy, ICU, or PACU experience, preferred

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today! 

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. 

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is an EEO employer.

Responsibilities

Prepares, implements, evaluates, revises and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other healthcare team members and patient/family within the time frame indicated by unit's standards of practice.  
Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved in the patient's care, and demonstrates ability to establish priorities of care based on patient's assessment and needs. 
Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, and involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient.  
Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral health problems, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms.  
Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in meeting the needs of the unit.  
Nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of treatment and in accordance to hospital policy and procedure.  
Acts as a resource person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental staff working on the unit.  
Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others.

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