Staff Nurse - 10 East Doan/Med Surg - University Hospital

Job Description
Scope of Position: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center?s mission is to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education, and patient care. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient?s involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization, The staff nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement , the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost effective care.

Position Summary: The Staff Nurse is responsible for managing and providing care to the patient and his/her family, and for directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The Staff Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.

Minimum Education Required
2-Year College Degree

Required Qualifications
Degree in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program required. Current Ohio license or interim permit. *Experience in relevant care setting preferred.

10 East Doan is a 23-bed Medical Surgical unit, specializing in colorectal- and bariatric- surgery. 10 East Doan is a highly engaged team valuing teamwork, shared governance, and education. It is one of the first hybrid Dedicated Education Units, which is a new model of clinical for nursing students. Through shared governance, the unit provides a 6-month structured mentorship in addition to the Nurse Residency program. 10 East Doan surpassed the organizations overall Patient Satisfaction goal for the year.