New Grad Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (Step down) - Fairfield Hospital

Mercy Health; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is hiring a New Grad Registered Nurse (RN) for Progressive Care (Step Down) at Fairfield Hospital. The role focuses on delivering high-quality nursing care, coordinating between Med-Surg and ICU, and developing care plans to improve patient outcomes.

BSN preferred but not required; active RN license and BLS/ACLS readiness are expected. Primary duties include assessment, planning, and safety advocacy.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in state of practice is required or applicant
• BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS preferred at hire, must obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire
• Previous experience as LPN or Patient Care Tech/CNA preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze data, create a plan of care, implement treatment and evaluate effectiveness
• Serve as point of contact for patients' care coordination across hospital departments
• Act as patient safety advocate by participating in quality improvement in the department
• Administer medications safely according to policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

RN Licensure

BLS/ACLS

Patient Care

Education

BSN preferred (not required)

Job description

Mercy Health

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

New Grad Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care (Step down) – Fairfield Hospital

Job Summary

The New Grad Progressive Care (Step down) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:

• Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status
• Acting as the service line between Med-Surg and ICU units
• Determining the priority of the patient’s problems and needs
• Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes
• Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment

Essential Functions

• Collaborate 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
• 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
• Administer medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and the organization’s policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred, not required)

Certifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or RN applicant
• 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)

Experience

• Previous experience as an LPN or Patient Care Tech/CNA (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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.

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