Registered Nurse (RN) – Intermediate Care (IMCU) – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital - 6we

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition assistance and professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is looking for a Progressive Care Registered Nurse (RN) in Youngstown, Ohio. This role focuses on delivering exceptional nursing care, conducting patient assessments, and collaborating with the care team to ensure quality patient outcomes. Candidates should have a current RN license, at least one year of nursing experience, and preferred certifications like BLS or ACLS. The position includes a competitive benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) is required.
• 1 year of RN experience is required; 6 months in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• BLS or ACLS certification required or to be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to patients.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Administer medications safely.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Patient care coordination

Safety advocacy

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

About Us
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.

Job Summary

The Progressive Care (Step down) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills, acting as the service line between Med‑Surg and ICU units, determining the priority of patients’ problems and needs, developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes, and ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze assessment data, create a plan of care, implement treatment, and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Serve as the point of contact for patients’ care coordination throughout hospital departments.
• Act 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 in Nursing (preferred, not required).

Certifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire; must obtain from an approved source prior to direct patient care, ACLS required within 6 months of hire).

Experience

• 1 year of RN experience (required).
• 6 months of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred).

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you are part of a mission that matters. We support your well‑being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are designed to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 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. 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].