Bon Secours Mercy Health
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown Telemetry Unit 7WE - St. Elizabeth Youngstown
Bon Secours Mercy Health, Youngstown, Ohio, United States, 44502
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown Telemetry Unit 7WE - St. Elizabeth Youngstown
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown Telemetry Unit 7WE - St. Elizabeth Youngstown
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Bon Secours Mercy Health . Unit Information
26 beds 1:4/5 nurse to patient ratio without LPNs; 1:6/7 if LPNs are present (team nursing) Newly remodeled unit with almost all private rooms ACLS required within 6 months of hire; ANCC certification encouraged Strong weekend‑only program, with scheduled shifts every other weekend Patients are monitored 24/7; practice includes multi‑system organ failure and multisystem trauma management Shift / Schedule
Full‑time: 36 weekly hours Shifts: 7 pm – 7 am and 7 am – 7 pm Scheduled shifts every other weekend Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position
The Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient care using the nursing process—data collection, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. The RN coordinates patient teaching, directs care by health team members, and serves as a patient safety advocate in quality improvement and ethical practice. Essential Job Functions
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, create and implement care plans, and evaluate effectiveness Administer medications safely per state and BSMH policies Serve as point of contact for care coordination across hospital departments Act as patient safety advocate through ongoing quality improvement Collaborate with spiritual, palliative, and ethics teams and family members Clinically manage patients with multi‑system organ failure or multisystem trauma Apply the AACN Synergy Model to support, rehabilitate, or palliate patients across the lifespan Use evidence‑based, patient‑focused decision making and rapid response to changing conditions Advocate for patient and family choices regarding quality of life Practice in accordance with the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model core concepts Licensing / Certification
Current RN license in state of employment (or covered by compact; required) BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred at hire; ACLS required within 6 months CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse preferred PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse preferred NIH Stroke Certification preferred Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing preferred Work Experience
1 year of RN experience (required); new grads and nurses with less than 1 year accepted 6 months RN experience in an acute‑care hospital setting preferred Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training preferred Critical Care Course preferred Skills
Assigns patient care according to staff skill set and scope of practice Facilitates learning and provides education to nursing staff and others Performs comprehensive assessment of patient’s clinical and psychosocial needs Develops, implements, and prioritizes care plans efficiently Plays the nursing process in patient care delivery Monitors and interprets patient responses to treatment, revising plans accordingly Assists patient and family in coping with illness Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for coordinated care Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles in patient care Seeks assistance when needed and acquires information for safe practice Participates in educational programs and current literature for professional growth Demonstrates professionalism and accountability for own actions Integrates cost‑effective measures and models stewardship of resources Practices self‑care and cultivates resilience Protects safety and privacy of all persons Utilizes office and clinical technologies Communicates with patients in a clear, understanding manner Provides compassionate, relationship‑based support to patients and families Maintains calm, adaptive, and collaborative response during emergencies Manages chest tube care, hemodynamic monitoring, transvenous pacing, sedation, and advanced respiratory modalities Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads Exposure to physical altercations and verbal abuse Use of physical restraints when required Exposure to high noise levels, bright lights, and hazardous substances or body fluids Prolonged interruptions and continuity of care responsibilities Universal precautions and personal protective equipment required Patient Population
Adults (18‑64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) Demonstrates age‑appropriate knowledge and skill in caring for assigned unit patients 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 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.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown Telemetry Unit 7WE - St. Elizabeth Youngstown
role at
Bon Secours Mercy Health . Unit Information
26 beds 1:4/5 nurse to patient ratio without LPNs; 1:6/7 if LPNs are present (team nursing) Newly remodeled unit with almost all private rooms ACLS required within 6 months of hire; ANCC certification encouraged Strong weekend‑only program, with scheduled shifts every other weekend Patients are monitored 24/7; practice includes multi‑system organ failure and multisystem trauma management Shift / Schedule
Full‑time: 36 weekly hours Shifts: 7 pm – 7 am and 7 am – 7 pm Scheduled shifts every other weekend Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position
The Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient care using the nursing process—data collection, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. The RN coordinates patient teaching, directs care by health team members, and serves as a patient safety advocate in quality improvement and ethical practice. Essential Job Functions
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, create and implement care plans, and evaluate effectiveness Administer medications safely per state and BSMH policies Serve as point of contact for care coordination across hospital departments Act as patient safety advocate through ongoing quality improvement Collaborate with spiritual, palliative, and ethics teams and family members Clinically manage patients with multi‑system organ failure or multisystem trauma Apply the AACN Synergy Model to support, rehabilitate, or palliate patients across the lifespan Use evidence‑based, patient‑focused decision making and rapid response to changing conditions Advocate for patient and family choices regarding quality of life Practice in accordance with the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model core concepts Licensing / Certification
Current RN license in state of employment (or covered by compact; required) BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred at hire; ACLS required within 6 months CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse preferred PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse preferred NIH Stroke Certification preferred Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing preferred Work Experience
1 year of RN experience (required); new grads and nurses with less than 1 year accepted 6 months RN experience in an acute‑care hospital setting preferred Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training preferred Critical Care Course preferred Skills
Assigns patient care according to staff skill set and scope of practice Facilitates learning and provides education to nursing staff and others Performs comprehensive assessment of patient’s clinical and psychosocial needs Develops, implements, and prioritizes care plans efficiently Plays the nursing process in patient care delivery Monitors and interprets patient responses to treatment, revising plans accordingly Assists patient and family in coping with illness Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for coordinated care Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles in patient care Seeks assistance when needed and acquires information for safe practice Participates in educational programs and current literature for professional growth Demonstrates professionalism and accountability for own actions Integrates cost‑effective measures and models stewardship of resources Practices self‑care and cultivates resilience Protects safety and privacy of all persons Utilizes office and clinical technologies Communicates with patients in a clear, understanding manner Provides compassionate, relationship‑based support to patients and families Maintains calm, adaptive, and collaborative response during emergencies Manages chest tube care, hemodynamic monitoring, transvenous pacing, sedation, and advanced respiratory modalities Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads Exposure to physical altercations and verbal abuse Use of physical restraints when required Exposure to high noise levels, bright lights, and hazardous substances or body fluids Prolonged interruptions and continuity of care responsibilities Universal precautions and personal protective equipment required Patient Population
Adults (18‑64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) Demonstrates age‑appropriate knowledge and skill in caring for assigned unit patients 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 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.
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