Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Lorain Hospital

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

Job summary

A hospital located in Ohio is seeking a Staff Nurse responsible for caring for complex patients. The role involves patient assessment, coordination of care, and a commitment to nursing excellence. Ideal candidates will hold an active RN license in Ohio and possess strong communication and clinical skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Ohio with nursing experience.
• Must maintain BLS/CPR and obtain ACLS certification.
• Effective communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Care for complex patients requiring assessment and monitoring.
• Coordinate nursing care and precept new employees.
• Evaluate patients' physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs.

Skills

Communication

Clinical competence

Patient assessment

Nursing leadership

Education

Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing

Current licensure as an RN in Ohio

Tools

BLS/CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

This is a Collective Bargaining Unit Position

General Summary

Assumes the responsibility for caring for a group of complex patients requiring an initial assessment and ongoing monitoring of their condition. Demonstrates clinical competency, evidence of nursing leadership, and coordinates the nursing care of a specific group of patients. Nursing care reflects independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs. Precepts new employees as assigned. Demonstrates competencies in the use of equipment essential in the care of patient age groups as indicated. A CN II is the second step of the Mercy (CHP) Clinical Ladder. This is the competent Staff Nurse level.

Minimum Knowledge and Skills, Etc.

• Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing
• Current licensure from the state of Ohio as an RN
• Successful completion of general and unit-specific orientation and hospital probationary period. Completes Orientation Checklist.
• Obtains/maintains a minimum of 12 contact hours of continuing education annually which includes Fire Safety and BLS/CPR Recertification
• Must have theoretical knowledge combined with clinical experience in providing nursing care for a variety of patients. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds
• Obtain ACLS certification within 6 months of assignment to the ER and maintain certification
• Obtains/maintains BLS/CPR recertification
• Neonatal and Pediatric Life Support are strongly encouraged

Working Conditions

Moderate level of physical exertion required. Occasional exposure to adverse conditions.

A medium-heavy physical workload demand based on a CHP Industrial Rehab. Standard Work Classification Table adapted from the US DOT Dictionary of Occupational

Titles

Reporting Relationships

Responsible to Nurse Manager, or in his/her absence, the Administrative Supervisor. May receive direct instructions from Charge Nurse or Director.

Workers supervised: Licensed Practical Nurses and Patient Care Assistants

Hours

Hours per pay period: 72

7p-730a

Every Other Weekend and Holiday

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to 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. 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 Employers, please email [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail]