Night Shift Stepdown RN - Critical Care & Collaboration

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH seeks a Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) for night shifts. The RN delivers patient care using the nursing process, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team, and directing patient teaching activities.

The role emphasizes safety, advocacy, and high-quality care across the lifespan. Responsibilities include assessment, medication administration, and care coordination with various departments; familiarity with EPIC EHR is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of practice or compact licensure.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred at hire (must obtain within 6 months).
• CCR N, PCCN, and NIH Stroke Certification preferred.
• BSN degree preferred; relevant RN experience required or new grads considered.
• 1 year RN experience in an acute/stepdown setting required; 6 months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessment and plan care accordingly.
• Administer medications safely following policies and procedures.
• Coordinate patient care across hospital departments and teams.
• Advocate for patient safety and participate in quality improvement.
• Collaborate with spiritual, palliative, and ethics teams as needed.
• Manage care for patients with complex multi-system issues.
• Apply AACN Synergy Model to guide physiologic and psychosocial care.
• Prioritize information and act on evidence-based clinical judgments.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families; provide education.
• Support nursing staff and contribute to professional development.

Skills

RN clinical skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication skills

Care coordination

Evidence-based practice

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH seeks a Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) for night shifts. The RN delivers patient care using the nursing process, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team, and directing patient teaching activities.

The role emphasizes safety, advocacy, and high-quality care across the lifespan. Responsibilities include assessment, medication administration, and care coordination with various departments; familiarity with EPIC EHR is a plus.