Bon Secours Mercy Health
Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Stepdown Care Unit 7S - St. Elizabeth Board
Bon Secours Mercy Health, Youngstown, Ohio, United States, 44502
Registered Nurse (RN) – Intermediate Stepdown Care Unit 7S – St. Elizabeth Boardman
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Summary The Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifying and determining the priority of patient’s problems/needs, and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care, all in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. The RN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.
Shift Full time Nights – 7p - 7:30a
Essential Job Functions
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze assessment data, create a plan of care, implement treatment, and evaluate treatment effectiveness
Administer medications safely, consistent with State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures
Serve as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments
Act as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department
Serve as patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics
Serve as a point of contact with family members or caregivers for care coordination
Clinically manage patients with multi-system organ failure and/or multisystem trauma
Using the AACN Synergy Model, restore, support, promote, rehabilitate, or palliate to maintain the physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability of patients across the lifespan
Synthesize and prioritize information to take immediate and decisive evidence‑based, patient‑focused action using clinical judgement
Anticipate and respond with confidence and adapt to rapidly changing patient conditions
Respond to the unique needs of patients and families coping with unanticipated illness or injury and treatment, advocate for their choices in quality of life
Work in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model
Licensing/Certification
Current RN license in the state of employment or covered by the COMLEX Compact (required)
BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS required within 6 months of hire)
CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)
PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)
National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year of RN experience (required) or will accept new graduates and candidates with less than 1 year of nursing experience
6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Critical Care Course (preferred)
Skills
Assign patient care according to scope of practice and nursing skill
Orient, facilitate learning experiences, and provide education based on quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and implementation to nursing staff and others
Possess clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence‑based patient care in accordance with current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission
Perform comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs, and supportive resources
Safely and efficiently develop, implement, and prioritize plan of care
Apply the nursing process in patient care delivery
Assess patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment, evaluate effectiveness, and revise plan accordingly
Assist patient and family in coping with illness
Collaborate with others for coordinated patient care
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
Apply cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and support resources
Recognize personal limitations, seek assistance, and acquire information safely
Advance personal and professional growth through educational programs and current literature
Exhibit professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions
Integrate cost‑effective measures into practice and model stewardship of resources
Practice self‑care and cultivate resilience in challenging circumstances
Protect safety and privacy of all persons
Utilize office and clinical technologies effectively
Communicate with patients in a clear manner considering personal preferences
Provide compassionate, relationship‑based care
Remain calm, adaptive, and collective during emergencies
Manage care of patients with chest tubes and hemodynamic monitoring
Insert and monitor transvenous pacing/temporary pacing, administer conscious sedation, and manage advanced respiratory modalities
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
Must exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment, and follow infection control policies
Patient Population
Provide age‑appropriate care to adults (18‑64 years) and geriatrics (65+ years)
Apply principles of growth and development for assessed data
Benefits
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
EEO & Equal Opportunity Statement All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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Summary The Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifying and determining the priority of patient’s problems/needs, and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care, all in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. The RN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.
Shift Full time Nights – 7p - 7:30a
Essential Job Functions
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze assessment data, create a plan of care, implement treatment, and evaluate treatment effectiveness
Administer medications safely, consistent with State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures
Serve as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments
Act as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department
Serve as patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics
Serve as a point of contact with family members or caregivers for care coordination
Clinically manage patients with multi-system organ failure and/or multisystem trauma
Using the AACN Synergy Model, restore, support, promote, rehabilitate, or palliate to maintain the physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability of patients across the lifespan
Synthesize and prioritize information to take immediate and decisive evidence‑based, patient‑focused action using clinical judgement
Anticipate and respond with confidence and adapt to rapidly changing patient conditions
Respond to the unique needs of patients and families coping with unanticipated illness or injury and treatment, advocate for their choices in quality of life
Work in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model
Licensing/Certification
Current RN license in the state of employment or covered by the COMLEX Compact (required)
BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS required within 6 months of hire)
CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)
PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)
National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year of RN experience (required) or will accept new graduates and candidates with less than 1 year of nursing experience
6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Critical Care Course (preferred)
Skills
Assign patient care according to scope of practice and nursing skill
Orient, facilitate learning experiences, and provide education based on quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and implementation to nursing staff and others
Possess clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence‑based patient care in accordance with current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission
Perform comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs, and supportive resources
Safely and efficiently develop, implement, and prioritize plan of care
Apply the nursing process in patient care delivery
Assess patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment, evaluate effectiveness, and revise plan accordingly
Assist patient and family in coping with illness
Collaborate with others for coordinated patient care
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
Apply cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and support resources
Recognize personal limitations, seek assistance, and acquire information safely
Advance personal and professional growth through educational programs and current literature
Exhibit professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions
Integrate cost‑effective measures into practice and model stewardship of resources
Practice self‑care and cultivate resilience in challenging circumstances
Protect safety and privacy of all persons
Utilize office and clinical technologies effectively
Communicate with patients in a clear manner considering personal preferences
Provide compassionate, relationship‑based care
Remain calm, adaptive, and collective during emergencies
Manage care of patients with chest tubes and hemodynamic monitoring
Insert and monitor transvenous pacing/temporary pacing, administer conscious sedation, and manage advanced respiratory modalities
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
Must exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment, and follow infection control policies
Patient Population
Provide age‑appropriate care to adults (18‑64 years) and geriatrics (65+ years)
Apply principles of growth and development for assessed data
Benefits
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
EEO & Equal Opportunity Statement All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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