Progressive Care RN (PCU) — ICU Bridge Nurse

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health's St. Rita’s Medical Center is seeking a Progressive Care (Step down) RN to deliver high-quality nursing care. You will assess patient status, coordinate care across departments, and develop care plans to improve outcomes in a 36-hour weekly schedule.

The role requires 1 year of RN experience with potential for growth; BSN is preferred, and state RN licensure with BLS/ACLS as applicable. Mercy Health offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of RN experience required.
• 6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Current state RN licensure; BLS/ACLS preferred at hire; ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to plan and deliver patient care.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, develop plans of care, implement treatment, and evaluate outcomes.
• Serve as the point of contact for patient care coordination across hospital departments.
• Act as a patient safety advocate by supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Administer medications safely in line with state practice and facility policies.

Skills

RN experience

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Medication administration

Quality improvement

Education

BSN (preferred)

Tools

EMR

Job description

Mercy Health's St. Rita’s Medical Center is seeking a Progressive Care (Step down) RN to deliver high-quality nursing care. You will assess patient status, coordinate care across departments, and develop care plans to improve outcomes in a 36-hour weekly schedule.

The role requires 1 year of RN experience with potential for growth; BSN is preferred, and state RN licensure with BLS/ACLS as applicable. Mercy Health offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.