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Licking Memorial Health Systems - Newark, OH
posted 4 days ago
About the position
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness. When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission - dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Responsibilities
- Acquire and maintain current knowledge of all equipment and procedures/treatments generally used in the care of critical patients.
- Safely and accurately administer medications within the scope of RN practice.
- Document/Communicate pertinent information regarding patient condition.
- Provide direction and supervision to LPNs, POCTs and other ancillary staff.
- Assist physician with invasive/ non-invasive procedures performed on the nursing unit.
- Perform crisis intervention.
- Monitor and ensure the accurate and timely completion of physician orders.
- Administer and monitor Critical Care drugs safely/accurately.
- Perform defibrillation, cardioversion, and external pacing effectively/safely.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Requirements
- Current R.N. licensure in Ohio (must be maintained)
- Current CPR card and maintain
- Obtain/maintain ECG rhythm recognition.
- Ability to formulate nursing care plans
- Obtain ACLS within six months and maintain
- Maintain knowledge of new technology and equipment
- Ability to work independently
- Successful candidate must have excellent critical thinking skills.
