Kettering Health·Dayton, Ohio
The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to patients in collaboration with other healthcare providers using the nursing process. They act as patient advocates to ensure safe care delivery and participate in practice improvement activities.
Job Details Kettering Health Dayton | Dayton | Full-Time | Day Responsibilities & Requirements
The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments
Applicants Must Have: Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN, ACEN, or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse. Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire). A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course. BLS certification ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice
Emergency Room experience preferred Unable to consider New Grads for this position Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.
Applicants must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Ohio and a graduate of an accredited nursing school. BLS certification is required, with ACLS, NRP, and PALS determined by unit scope, and new graduates are not being considered.
Market context
Emergency room RN openings in Ohio are often driven by high-acuity patient flow and the need for nurses who can respond quickly in fast-paced settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for an active Ohio RN license, strong bedside judgment, and certifications such as BLS, with BSN, ACLS, NRP, or PALS preferred depending on unit scope. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license and preferred certifications before applying.
