RN / Registered Nurse - Surgical Services - Full Time - Days

Located in Fremont, Ohio, ProMedica Memorial Hospital has served the citizens of Sandusky County and the adjacent communities since 1918. In fact, our hospital was built with funds raised by members of our community on land donated by the family of former United States President, Rutherford B. Hayes.

RNs play a vital role in collaboration and implementation of the continuum of care for their patients.  Never the same each day in terms of patient interaction or scope of treatments.  Ideal for candidates that want to use their critical thinking and problem solving skills to make a true difference in their patient’s health and personal lives. If you are interested we invite you to apply!

Job Roles/Essential Functions

• Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served (i.e.:  infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric) as written in the departmental standards.
• Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents outcomes related to nursing diagnosis and patient care problems for each patient.   Collaborates with all members of the health care team to promote a seamless patient care continuum.  Coordinates patients plan of care through effective shift-to-shift communication.
• Provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and their significant other(s).
• Utilizes appropriate techniques necessary to control / prevent infections.
• Employs critical thinking skills and sound judgment in all aspects of care Initiates emergency care as necessary and maintains BCLS and other certifications required by the job, i.e. ACLS
• Addresses patient/family education needs considering patient level of comprehension, style of learning, and discharge needs.
• Follows proper chain of command when issues/problems arise and demonstrates appropriate follow-through
• Displays professionalism at all times and maintains patient confidentiality. Lives out the LHA guiding principles and commitment to co-workers and philosophy of care for the department.
• Stays current in field of specialty by actively participating in continuing education and maintaining certifications and annual competencies. 
• Actively participates in orienting new staff and contributes to the growth of others.

The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care provided to a group of patients.  This nurse leads the nursing team members in the care as directed by the attending physician and in collaboration with other health care providers in accordance with the philosophy and policies of ProMedica Acute Care Hospitals.  Actively participates in the creation of an environment that fosters patient, family, physician and employee satisfaction.   Ensures decisions made are based on patient and family centered care philosophy utilizing evidenced based practices, and focused on safety, customer satisfaction, and quality outcomes. 

Scope of Service: The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to individuals and groups which require specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, spiritual/cultural, and nursing sciences.  The Registered Nurse functions within the full scope of nursing practice as noted by the Board of Nursing of their designated state for which they are practicing in addition to compliance with any of the hospitals accrediting bodies. 

• Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing
• Previous experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Current state appropriate license as a Registered Nurse
• BCLS
• ACLS required within one year of hire
• PALS required within one year of hire
• Ability to respond effectively and efficiently to critical situations involving patients, personnel and visitors in a professional manner
• Ability to function in a team environment
• Demonstrates sound clinical skills and judgment
• Ability to critique own daily practice for error and pursue corrective action
• Ability to deal effectively with a changing environment and be open to new ideas
• Functions as a dependable team ember, assisting when requested and volunteering when the need is obvious
• Able to communicate effectively with all members of the health care team

Physical Demands

• Medium - lifting 50 lbs maximum, with frequent lifting / carrying up to 25 lbs, Frequent prolonged standing / walking, Lifts, positions, pushes or transfers patients, Lifts supplies and equipment.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.
• Must be able to see, hear, and move intermittently or use prosthetics that will enable you to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

Competencies, Skills, Training & Abilities

• Complies with nursing process.

• Ability to respond effectively and efficiently to critical situations involving patients, personnel, and visitors in a professional manner.

• Performs basic nursing skills competently.

• Ability to evaluate own daily practice for errors and pursue corrective action.

• Engages in the changing environment and is open to new ideas.

• Functions as a dependable team member, assisting when requested or when the need is obvious.

• Communicates effectively and empathetically with all members of the healthcare team including patients.  

• Responsible for continued professional growth and development and competency. 

• Navigate and retrieve information from the computer and healthcare record. 

Licensure/Registration/Certification

• Current State license as a Registered Nurse.

• Current CPR training.

• Specialty certifications as required.

• BSN preferred.

• The RN in Ohio must complete twenty-four contact hours of continuing education during his/her licensure period.  At least 1 hour of contact hours must be related to Chapter 4723 of the Ohio nurse practice code and rules.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Demonstrates knowledge and use of standard precautions and PPE.

• Demonstrates knowledge and use of safe patient handling equipment.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals, temperature changes, and exposure to blood borne pathogens and bodily fluids.

• Must be able to attain all health requirements as identified by the organization (i.e., PPD, respirator training, vaccines, as appropriate). 

• Must be able to move about hospital and between workstations, and prolonged periods of standing.  **

• Must be able to frequently move, lift or carry light to heavy patients or equipment. **

• Must be able to lift medium materials, non-material handling; continuous standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching; frequent pushing, pulling, and squatting.

• Occasional sitting, stairs, and kneeling. **

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organizational headquartered in Toledo, Ohio.  For more information, please visit 

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact 

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