Weekender registered nurse (rn) medical icu

Weekender Position

Individuals hired for a Weekender position are required to work two (2) 12-hour shifts between 7:00 PM Friday and 7:00 AM Monday. In return for this commitment, Weekenders will be compensated at 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for these shifts. Individuals in Weekender roles qualify for full-time medical and dental benefits, whereas eligibility for all other benefits is at part-time levels.

About the Medical ICU

The Medical ICU at UH Cleveland Medical Center is a 20 bed unit. Our unit utilizes leading-edge technologies and evidenced based treatments to ensure our patients are receiving the exceptional care during a very critical time period. Some of the characteristics and opportunities the Medical ICU offers that make it a special place to work is our formal Mentorship program spanning the first 2 years, specialized device training, family atmosphere, work/life balance, perk system, teamwork, high retention rates, and advancement/leadership opportunities. Find out more about our unit here: Medial Intensive Care Unit (MICU)

Why join University Hospitals

At University Hospitals, nurses have always been our front-line caregivers. Every day, they care for patients of all ages – from newborns to seniors – expertly blending compassion with advanced knowledge, technical skills and professional integrity.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive rate + $2.75 additional hourly pay
• Up to $3,000 sign on bonus for Part Time Employees
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling options
• Retirement and pension plan
• Free parking for part time and full time employees

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. Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients.

• 1 year of RN experience required
• Experience in a large academic medical center highly preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of Diploma/Associate’s Degree in nursing from accredited program.

License Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License Upon Hire (Required)
• 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