Bon Secours Mercy Health
Registered Nurse (RN) – Stepdown New to Practice – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hosp
Bon Secours Mercy Health, Youngstown, Ohio, United States, 44502
Registered Nurse (RN) – Stepdown New to Practice – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
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Registered Nurse (RN) – Stepdown New to Practice – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
role at
Bon Secours Mercy Health . As a faith‑based and patient‑focused organization, Mercy Health is committed to compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect.
Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position The New‑to‑Practice Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) provides, coordinates, plans, and evaluates nursing care within established procedures, professional standards, and organizational policies. The RN demonstrates the ability to care for a group of patients in a fast‑paced, high‑intensity setting as part of an interprofessional team focused on achieving the best individual and population outcomes. Core cultural and safety behaviors are demonstrated to eliminate preventable harm, ensure worker safety, and provide a high‑quality experience of care.
Essential Job Functions
Collaborate with an experienced Stepdown RN and interdisciplinary team members to demonstrate safe basic knowledge of contemporary nursing practice.
Apply nursing process with patients of all ages and populations.
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze data, create a plan of care, implement treatment, and evaluate effectiveness.
Administer medications safely in accordance with state practice and BSMH policies.
Serve as point of contact for patient care coordination throughout hospital departments.
Act as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement and collaborating with spiritual care, palliative, and ethics when needed.
Serve as a point person for care coordination for family members or caregivers.
Clinically manage patients with multi‑system organ failure and/or multisystem trauma.
Use the AACN Synergy Model to restore, support, promote, rehabilitate, or palliate to maintain patients’ physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability across the lifespan.
Synthesize and prioritize information to take immediate, evidence‑based, patient‑focused action using clinical judgment.
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, advocating for their choices in quality of life.
Licensing / Certification
Current RN license in state of employment, compact, or RN applicant (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).
Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred).
Work Experience Previous experience as an LPN or Patient Care Tech/CNA (preferred).
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred).
Completion of RN Residency Program within 18 months of hire (required).
Skills
Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency for evidence‑based patient care in accordance with BSMH mission.
Performs comprehensive assessment of patient’s clinical condition and psychosocial needs.
Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care.
Applies nursing process in patient care delivery.
Assesses patient response, revises plan of care accordingly.
Assists patient and family in coping with illness.
Collaborates with others for coordinated patient care.
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles.
Recognizes limitations, seeks assistance, and acquires information to perform safely.
Advances personal and professional growth through educational programs, literature, in‑services, and workshops.
Exhibits professionalism and accountability.
Integrates cost‑effective measures and stewards resources.
Practices self‑care and cultivates resilience in conflict.
Protects safety and privacy of all persons.
Understands office and clinical technologies.
Communicates effectively with patients in an understandable manner.
Maintains compassionate, relationship‑based approach.
Remains calm, adaptive, and collective during emergencies.
Manages care of patients with chest tubes.
Assesses patients through hemodynamic monitoring.
Inserts and monitors transvenous pacing/temporary pacing.
Administers means for conscious sedation.
Knowledge of 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.
Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment, and adhere to infection control policies.
Patient Population
Provides age‑appropriate care on assigned unit.
Applies growth and development principles to assess data and identify patient needs.
Adults (18‑64 years).
Geriatrics (65 years and older).
What We Offer
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.
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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 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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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Registered Nurse (RN) – Stepdown New to Practice – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
role at
Bon Secours Mercy Health . As a faith‑based and patient‑focused organization, Mercy Health is committed to compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect.
Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position The New‑to‑Practice Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) provides, coordinates, plans, and evaluates nursing care within established procedures, professional standards, and organizational policies. The RN demonstrates the ability to care for a group of patients in a fast‑paced, high‑intensity setting as part of an interprofessional team focused on achieving the best individual and population outcomes. Core cultural and safety behaviors are demonstrated to eliminate preventable harm, ensure worker safety, and provide a high‑quality experience of care.
Essential Job Functions
Collaborate with an experienced Stepdown RN and interdisciplinary team members to demonstrate safe basic knowledge of contemporary nursing practice.
Apply nursing process with patients of all ages and populations.
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze data, create a plan of care, implement treatment, and evaluate effectiveness.
Administer medications safely in accordance with state practice and BSMH policies.
Serve as point of contact for patient care coordination throughout hospital departments.
Act as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement and collaborating with spiritual care, palliative, and ethics when needed.
Serve as a point person for care coordination for family members or caregivers.
Clinically manage patients with multi‑system organ failure and/or multisystem trauma.
Use the AACN Synergy Model to restore, support, promote, rehabilitate, or palliate to maintain patients’ physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability across the lifespan.
Synthesize and prioritize information to take immediate, evidence‑based, patient‑focused action using clinical judgment.
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, advocating for their choices in quality of life.
Licensing / Certification
Current RN license in state of employment, compact, or RN applicant (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).
Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred).
Work Experience Previous experience as an LPN or Patient Care Tech/CNA (preferred).
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred).
Completion of RN Residency Program within 18 months of hire (required).
Skills
Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency for evidence‑based patient care in accordance with BSMH mission.
Performs comprehensive assessment of patient’s clinical condition and psychosocial needs.
Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care.
Applies nursing process in patient care delivery.
Assesses patient response, revises plan of care accordingly.
Assists patient and family in coping with illness.
Collaborates with others for coordinated patient care.
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles.
Recognizes limitations, seeks assistance, and acquires information to perform safely.
Advances personal and professional growth through educational programs, literature, in‑services, and workshops.
Exhibits professionalism and accountability.
Integrates cost‑effective measures and stewards resources.
Practices self‑care and cultivates resilience in conflict.
Protects safety and privacy of all persons.
Understands office and clinical technologies.
Communicates effectively with patients in an understandable manner.
Maintains compassionate, relationship‑based approach.
Remains calm, adaptive, and collective during emergencies.
Manages care of patients with chest tubes.
Assesses patients through hemodynamic monitoring.
Inserts and monitors transvenous pacing/temporary pacing.
Administers means for conscious sedation.
Knowledge of 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.
Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment, and adhere to infection control policies.
Patient Population
Provides age‑appropriate care on assigned unit.
Applies growth and development principles to assess data and identify patient needs.
Adults (18‑64 years).
Geriatrics (65 years and older).
What We Offer
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.
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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 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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bon Secours Mercy Health by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr