RN - Hamilton - EMERGENCY ROOM - FT/Varied

As an RN in the Emergency Room at Kettering Health Hamilton, your primary responsibilities include utilizing the nursing process to provide care and support to patients in crisis. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure that each patient receives safe and effective care while acting as their advocate throughout their emergency treatment. Additionally, you'll be involved in performance improvement initiatives and continue your professional development by participating in relevant training opportunities.

To qualify for the RN position at Kettering Health Hamilton, applicants must have an active Ohio Registered Nurse license and have graduated from an accredited nursing program. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred and needs to be completed within five years of hire. New graduates are welcome, but those returning to acute care after a gap of five years may be required to complete a refresher course. BLS and other advanced certifications relevant to the ER setting are expected based on the unit's scope of practice.

At Kettering Health Hamilton, you'll find a supportive and collaborative team culture focused on delivering high-quality care. The Emergency Room team emphasizes communication, teamwork, and mutual respect, ensuring that everyone contributes towards achieving the best outcomes for patients. Nurses often share knowledge and skills with one another, promoting a learning environment that benefits all team members.

Yes! Kettering Health Hamilton is very committed to the professional development of its nursing staff. As an RN in the Emergency Room, you will have access to ongoing training opportunities, workshops, and support for pursuing further education, whether that’s obtaining relevant certifications or advancing your degrees. The organization believes in investing in its nurses to enhance their skills and career growth.

Kettering Health Hamilton recognizes the importance of work-life balance for its staff. As a full-time RN in the Emergency Room, you will have varied shifts that can accommodate your personal commitments. The organization also fosters a culture where employees are encouraged to take time off for self-care, ensuring you remain energized and focused while providing exceptional care to patients.

This is a common question that allows you to share your passion for nursing. Discuss a personal experience or a defining moment that influenced your career choice, such as a specific encounter with a nurse that inspired you or a desire to help others in need.

In this scenario, structure your answer using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result). Briefly describe a specific challenge you faced, explain your role, the steps you took to resolve the issue, and the positive outcome as a result of your actions.

Share your approach to assessing patient needs and establishing priorities. Mention strategies such as triage techniques, communication with team members, and your ability to remain calm under pressure to ensure effective patient care.

Discuss characteristics such as strong clinical skills, adaptability, excellent communication, and the ability to work as part of a team. Emphasize how these traits contribute to providing outstanding patient care in high-stress situations.

Explain the importance of continuing education. Share specific examples such as attending workshops, pursuing certifications relevant to emergency care, or regularly reading medical journals to stay informed about the latest advancements in nursing practice.

Focus on your communication skills and conflict-resolution strategies. Provide an example where you addressed disagreement constructively by engaging in discussions, being open to feedback, and seeking solutions that benefit patient care.

Use this opportunity to demonstrate accountability. Describe a situation where you learned from a mistake, how you communicated it to your team or supervisor, and the steps you took to prevent it from happening again.

Discuss your techniques for effective communication, active listening, and empathy. Share how even in a fast-paced environment, you make an effort to connect with each patient to understand their concerns and provide personalized care.

Highlight any relevant training or hands-on experience with emergency procedures. Discuss specific protocols you're familiar with and how you've effectively implemented them in past roles.

Tailor your answer to reflect your admiration for Kettering Health’s reputation for quality care, its focus on community service, and your passion for working in a dynamic emergency environment. Demonstrate enthusiasm for contributing to a facility renowned for its commitment to patient safety and operational excellence.