RN- Registered Nurse 7W Med/Surg./Ortho St. Elizabeth Boardman- FT
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Youngstown
Posted on: January 20, 2023
|
|
Job Description:
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthSummary of
Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionThe Registered Nurse
Medical/Surgical functions as a care provider of a
multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient
care through using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing,
planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN possesses the
basic knowledge of a patient's age and cultural diversity into the
provision of patient care, demonstrates strong skills related to
effective time management and prioritizing patient care,
contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through
performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with other
professional disciplines, and supports the mission of the ministry
to provide physical and psychological support to patients and
families.Essential Job FunctionsIn collaboration with members of
interdisciplinary teams, the RN establishes goals and strategies
for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the
patient. The RN performs and documents complete patient
assessments, initiates and maintains current nursing care plans for
all assigned patients, identifies patient learning needs to provide
individualized and comprehensive teaching, administers medications
in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon
Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures, serves as a point of
contact for patients' care coordination throughout the hospital
departments, acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in
ongoing quality improvement in the department, and serves as a
patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative
care, and ethics.This document is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working
conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to
perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor,
subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationCurrent
RN license in state they are working or covered by compact
(required)BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain
from approved source prior to direct patient care)ACLS Advanced
Cardiac Life Support (preferred)Medical-Surgical Nursing
Certification RN-BC (Registered Nurse - Board Certified)
(preferred)CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)PCCN
Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)CMSRN Certified
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (preferred)National Institute of
Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)EducationDiploma of
Nursing or Associate of Nursing from an accredited nursing
programBachelor's degree in nursing (preferred)SkillsAssigns
patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope
of practice of staff.Orients, facilitates learning experience, and
provides education (based upon quality improvement indicators,
outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and others.Possesses
clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide
evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current
standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH
mission.Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical
condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their
supportive resources.Safely and efficiently develops, implements,
and prioritizes plan of care.Application of the nursing process in
patient care delivery.Assesses patient's physical and emotional
responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention
and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly.Assists
patient and family in coping with patient's illness.Collaborates
with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care.Strong
interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.Applies
cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for
patients and their support resources.Recognizes own limitations and
seeks assistance and acquires information to perform
safely.Advances personal and professional growth through
participation in educational programs, current literature,
in-services, and workshops.Exhibits professionalism through
accountability for own and delegated actions.Integrates
cost-effective measures into practice and models effective
stewardship of available resources.Practices self-care and
cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult
circumstances.Protects the safety and privacy of all
persons.Understanding and utilization of office and clinical
technologies.Working ConditionsPeriods of high stress and
fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to physical
altercations and verbal abuseMay be required to use physical
restraintsMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright lightsMay
be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluidsMay be
exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious
materialsMay have periods of constant interruptionsProlonged
periods of working aloneWork Experience:Previous RN experience on a
similar nursing unit or Long-Term Care settingPhysical
RequirementsLifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 34-66%Lifting/Carrying
(50-100 lbs.) 34-66%Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%Push/Pull (50-100
lbs.) 34-66%Stoop/Kneel 0%Crawling 0%Climbing 1-33%Balance
1-33%Bending 34-66%Sitting 34-66%Walking 34-66%Standing
34-66%Additional Physical Requirements/HazardsManual dexterity
(eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight of
patientsHear alarms/telephone/tape recorderReach above
shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor
VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearDepth perceptionUse of Latex
GlovesExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to
moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential
electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to
high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposurePatient
PopulationAdolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics
(65 years and older)Mercy Health is an equal opportunity
employer.Many of our opportunities reward your hard work
with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision
plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife
insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings
plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more
Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled
Weekly Hours:36Work Shift:Nights (United States of
America)Department:Orthopedic Unit - St. Elizabeth BoardmanAll
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 . 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
Keywords: Mercy Health, Youngstown , RN- Registered Nurse 7W Med/Surg./Ortho St. Elizabeth Boardman- FT, Healthcare , Youngstown, Ohio
Click
here to apply!
|