Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Room (ER) - St. Elizabeth Hospital

Company: Mercy Health
Location: Youngstown
Posted on: February 13, 2021

Job Description:

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthSummary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position Delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifies and determines the priority of patient's problems/needs, and evaluates the process and outcome of nursing care; coordinates, provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.Essential Job Functions * In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment and evaluates treatment effectiveness; administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Ohio Nursing Practice Act and Mercy Health policies and procedures; serves as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments* Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department* Incorporates the professional practice model into care deliveryEmployment QualificationsEducation Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position. Required Minimum Education:2 Year/ Associates DegreeSpecialty/Major:NursingPreferred Education:4 year/ Bachelors DegreeSpecialty/Major:NursingLicensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.Licensure/Certification Required:Current nursing license in the State of Ohio and/or Kentucky or obtains RN license within 90 days of hire: BLS, ACLS, PALS as required by unit specific accountabilities . If licensure requirement is not met due to OBN failure, license must be obtained within 60 days of fail dateLicensure/Certification Preferred:Hold national certification in clinical specialty or leadership within 6 months of eligibilityMinimum QualificationsMinimum Years and Type of Experience:Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:This position requires the incumbent to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills for patients in identified disease-specific and age-specific populations served, understanding that departures from identified categories may be required at times to perpetuate positive clinical outcomesOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.We'll also reward your hard work with:* Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans* Prescription drug coverage* Flexible spending accounts* Life insurance w/AD&D* An employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify.* Paid time off* Educational Assistance* And much moreScheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift: Other Department: Med/Surg Telemetry Unit - St. Rita'sAll 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 Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, 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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