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Registered Nurse (RN) Adult Emergency Room

University Hospitals · Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Full-timeOn site0-2 yrsListed as no visa sponsorshipHospitals and Health Care
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In short

The Registered Nurse will provide care for patients with complex traumatic injuries and acute illnesses within a Level I Trauma Center. They will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to perform emergency interventions and life-saving procedures while maintaining high standards of patient safety.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Nursing processTrauma nursingCritical careEmergency responseClinical judgmentPatient assessmentCritical thinkingLife-saving procedures

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Registered NurseRNTrauma CenterEmergency RoomNursing ProcessTrauma ActivationCritical CarePatient AssessmentClinical JudgmentBLS

Candidates must have at least one year of RN experience and a current license to practice in the state of Ohio. A minimum of a Diploma or Associate’s Degree in nursing is required, with a BSN preferred.

About the employer

University Hospitals

Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of 23 hospitals (including 5 joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. The system’s flagship quaternary care, academic medical center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Oxford University and the Technion Israel Institute of Technology. The main campus also includes the UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the nation; UH MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. UH is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research programs in the nation, with more than 3,000 active clinical trials and research studies underway. UH Cleveland Medical Center is perennially among the highest performers in national ranking surveys, including “America’s Best Hospitals” from U.S. News & World Report. UH is also home to 19 Clinical Care Delivery and Research Institutes. UH is one of the largest employers in Northeast Ohio with more than 30,000 employees.

INDUSTRY
Hospitals and Health Care
COMPANY
Nonprofit
HEADQUARTERS
Cleveland, Ohio
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10,001+on LinkedIn
OFFICES
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Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
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Listed as 0-2 years.

The posting, in full

Are you a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a meaningful impact on patients during some of the most critical moments of their lives? Join our Level I Trauma Center, where you'll work alongside nationally recognized physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

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Make a Difference When Every Second Counts

Are you a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a meaningful impact on patients during some of the most critical moments of their lives? Join our Level I Trauma Center, where you'll work alongside nationally recognized physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

Whether you are an experienced trauma nurse or looking to expand your clinical expertise, you'll have the opportunity to care for complex, high-acuity patients while building advanced assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills.

What You'll Experience

As a Registered Nurse in our Level I Trauma Center, no two shifts are the same. You will:

  • Care for patients with complex traumatic injuries and acute illnesses.
  • Collaborate with surgeons, trauma specialists, emergency medicine providers, and interdisciplinary care teams.
  • Utilize advanced clinical judgment to assess, prioritize, and respond to rapidly changing patient conditions.
  • Participate in trauma activations, emergency interventions, and life-saving procedures.
  • Advocate for patients and families during challenging and emotional situations.
  • Contribute to a culture of safety, innovation, learning, and teamwork.
  • Support the recovery journey from admission through discharge.

Why Nurses Choose Us

Grow Your Career

  • Exposure to a wide range of high-acuity patient populations.
  • Opportunities to develop trauma, critical care, and emergency nursing expertise.
  • Continuing education and professional development support.
  • Tuition assistance and certification support.
  • Career advancement opportunities across multiple specialty areas.

Comprehensive Benefits

  • Elevated hourly compensation base rate+$2.75
  • Up to $6,000 sign on bonus for Full Time New Hire Employees
  • Free parking for part-time and full-time employees
  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Retirement and pension plan

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.

Position Requirements

Thorough knowledge of nursing process and practice.

Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices.

1 year RN experience required.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from accredited program preferred.

Minimum of Diploma/Associate’s Degree in nursing from accredited program required

License Requirements

Registered nurse with current license to practice in the state of Ohio.

Current BLS Provider Certification, issued by the American Heart Association, must be obtained during Nursing Orientation.

Physical Demands

  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
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