University Hospitals·Westlake, Ohio
The Registered Nurse provides safe, efficient, age-specific nursing care to patients and families within the Emergency Department. They are responsible for implementing the nursing process, maintaining clinical standards, and collaborating with the healthcare team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
A Brief Overview UH St.
John’s Emergency Department is a 24 bed, Level 3 Trauma Center.
We have 2 trauma rooms and a super track area to expedite lower acuity patients.
We are Stroke Certified and Chest Pain Accredited.
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Provides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status.
What You Will Do Implements the nursing process by delivering effective relationship based nursing care.
Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.
Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.
Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing.
Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes.
Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Diploma in Nursing or (ADN) Associate's Degree in Nursing (Required) (BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred) (MN) Master in Nursing (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of nursing process and practice. (Required proficiency) Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit. Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%25
Candidates must hold a Diploma in Nursing or an Associate's Degree in Nursing, with a Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred. An active Ohio or Multi-State Compact RN license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required upon hire.
Market context
Emergency Services RN roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand because hospitals need nurses who can respond quickly to high-acuity patients and changing unit needs. These positions are competitive when candidates already hold a valid Ohio or Multi-State Compact RN license, BLS, and any unit-specific ACLS or PALS credentials; the sign-on bonus can also make openings more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the exact certification expectations before applying.