Registered Nurse- Critical Care Step Down 7W

About the role

The Critical Care Step-Down (CCSD) team staffs the Cardiac Hospitalist Unit at MetroHealth. This medical-surgical unit has a nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1.

Responsibilities

• Utilize skills such as EKG interpretation, central line care, rescue bi-pap, high flow oxygen, trach/vents, and assist with bedside procedures like endoscopies and bronchoscopies.
• Practice critical thinking, delegation, and effective time management.
• Work closely with Patient Care Nursing Assistants (PCNAs), Nurse Interns, providers, physical therapists (PT), and occupational therapists (OT).

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (or a program seeking accreditation).
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio.
• AHA Basic Life Support for the healthcare provider certification or obtain within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Professional Certification recognized by the Magnet Association preferred.

Skills

• EKG interpretation
• Central Line care
• Rescue Bi-pap, High Flow Oxygen, Trach/Vents
• Assist with bedside procedures (endoscopies, bronchoscopies)
• Critical thinking
• Delegating
• Time management

Benefits

• Industry-leading benefits including tuition reimbursement, professional certification incentives, and medical/dental insurance.
• Employees participate in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS).

Pay

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for RNs with qualifying experience; $5,000 for New Graduate RNs.

Schedule

Bi-weekly hours: 72.00. Shift: 7a-7p/7p-7a; Rotating weekends, Rotating holidays.