Registered Nurse (RN), Same Day Surgery, Part Time, Days

UC Health is hiring a Part-Time (PRN) Registered Nurse (RN) for the same day surgery for the first shift at West Chester Hospital.   

The Same Day Surgery Nurse will support West Chester Hospital’s surgery center and Level III Trauma Center, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures. Our OR sees about 25-30 cases a day made up heavily of regular surgery and orthopedic surgery. These nurses perform pre-op care and assessment for all outpatient pre-ops and patients to be admitted.   

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.    

 Unit Details:  

• West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati.  
• The Same Day Surgery Team has a strong sense of camaraderie and is highly supportive of one another. 
• The Patient Satisfaction Surveys have been the highest in this unit.   

Job Responsibilities   

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.   

• 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.    
• The nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of treatment and in accordance with 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.  

Education and Experience Requirements:    

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing   
• Associate’s Degree, minimum required   
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred   
• Current OH RN License    
• 3-5 years of MedSurg experience, minimum required  
• 2+ years of ICU experience, preferred  

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About UC Health   

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