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University Hospitals Health System Registered Nurse Medical Surgical in Elyria, Ohio
Description 11 Smythe is a 23 bed inpatient unit that provides care to surgical, medical, gastrointestinal, wound, end of life, and trauma patients. WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE Per UH's own Dr. Pronovost "I say the very business of health care is love." Our unit embraces that very thing! We invest in each other by supporting growth in our careers, personal lives and commitment to making the day better for our patients. COMMON DIAGNOSES Diverticulitis, pancreatitis, failed outpatient treatment, bowel perforation, DVT, anemia. Position Summary 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. Essential Functions 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. Required For All Jobs 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. Equal Opportunity Employer -- minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity