Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Surgery – Lorain Hospital

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance and professional development support

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lorain, Ohio is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Inpatient Surgery. The role involves leading the Care Delivery Team and coordinating nursing care for patients. Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school and possess a current Ohio RN license. This full-time position includes varied shift hours with on-call requirements. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered to support employees' well-being.

Qualifications

• Must have theoretical knowledge combined with clinical experience in providing nursing care.
• Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Directing care for a team of patients as the leader of the Care Delivery Team.
• Coordinating the nursing care of a specific group of patients.
• Precepting new employees as assigned.

Skills

Clinical competency

Nursing leadership

Effective communication

Education

Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing

Current licensure from the state of Ohio as an RN

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Surgery – Lorain Hospital

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THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

General Summary Functioning as the leader of the Care Delivery Team, the Clinical Nurse II (CN II) assumes the responsibility of directing care for a team of patients. He/she 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 (MERCY) 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 CPR Re‑certification. ACLS is required.
• 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.

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

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.

Shift/Schedule Full Time – Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours (8 hour shifts). Shift Time – Variable. Some On Call required.

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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.

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