Registered Nurse (RN-CN 1), Burn/ENT ICU, Nights, ONA

Registered Nurse (RN -CN 1), Nights, Burn/ENT Special Care Unit, ONA

Burn/ENT Special Care Unit (BESCU)- 5 South

The Burn/ENT Special Care Unit (BESCU) provides specialized care for a diverse group of

older adolescent and adult patients. The service manages individuals with acute burn injuries,

complex wounds, and various skin conditions requiring advanced treatment and reconstruction.

In addition, BESCU delivers expert care for Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) patients undergoing

major head and neck cancer surgery and reconstructive procedures, including free flap

reconstruction. The unit also supports patients with newly created surgical airways such as

tracheostomies, laryngectomies, and stents, as well as those receiving treatment for airway

stenosis and other complex ENT reconstruction surgeries.

The inpatient ICU is a 10-bed unit with variable acuity.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system,

University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world renowned

clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge

and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not

available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati.

UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs- our physician experts conduct basic,

translational, and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting

patients to the latest and most advanced treatments. UC Medical Center houses Greater

Cincinnati's only Level I adult trauma center, which includes the right mix of specialist and

medical resources available at a moment's notice for a wide variety of the most complex medical

conditions and injuries.

Unit Details:

• Integration of wound, plastic, reconstructive, and airway management expertise

in one dedicated unit

• The variable acuity unit ensures continuity of patient care from admission to

discharge for all burn patients.

• Cutting-edge surgical and reconstructive techniques
• Collaboration with multi-disciplinary team to achieve integrated, patient centered

approach.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• Associate's Degree, the minimum required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Current OH RN License

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About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and

Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health

combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination

that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC

Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati

Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified

clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes

including UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer

Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding

quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

At UC Health, we''re proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common

purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region''s adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world -class care for not only

our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you''ll be able to develop your skills, grow

your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and

neighbors.

UC Health is an EEO employer.

The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing.

The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to

groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological,

physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient

care. The care is culturally based and age-specific.

• Prepares, implements evaluates, revises, and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for

each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other healthcare team members

and patient/family within the time frame indicated by the unit''s standards of practice.

• Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved

in the patient''s care, and demonstrates the ability to establish priorities of care based on

the patient''s assessment and needs.

• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, and involves

family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient.

• Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral

health problems, unique psychological needs, or those associated with religious/cultural

norms.

• Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in

meeting the needs of the unit.

• The nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of

treatment and in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.

• Acts as a resource person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental

staff working on the unit.

• Assumes responsibility for personal and professional development and contributes to the

professional development of peers, colleagues, and others

The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing.

The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to

groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological,

physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient

care. The care is culturally based and age-specific.

• Prepares, implements evaluates, revises, and coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care for

each assigned patient in a collaborative effort with the other healthcare team members

and patient/family within the time frame indicated by the unit''s standards of practice.

• Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved

in the patient''s care, and demonstrates the ability to establish priorities of care based on

the patient''s assessment and needs.

• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, and involves

family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient.

• Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral

health problems, unique psychological needs, or those associated with religious/cultural

norms.

• Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in

meeting the needs of the unit.

• The nursing process is accurately and concisely documented, including evaluation of

treatment and in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.

• Acts as a resource person and mentor for new personnel, floater, and/or supplemental

staff working on the unit.

• Assumes responsibility for personal and professional development and contributes to the

professional development of peers, colleagues, and others