Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Stepdown Unit (ICU SD) - Springfield Regional Medical Center

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Intensive Care Stepdown Unit at Springfield Regional Medical Center. The RN will provide comprehensive patient care, manage education, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess strong clinical knowledge and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, with at least one year of RN experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of practice or covered by a compact.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred at hire and required within 6 months.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required; 6 months in acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer medications safely according to policies and practice standards.
• Coordinate patient care across hospital departments.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Stepdown Unit (ICU SD) - Springfield Regional Medical Center

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Overview

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are committed to enhancing healthcare quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites, and clinicians are recognized for excellence.

Position Summary

The Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient care through the nursing process, including data collection, assessment, prioritization, and evaluation, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The RN manages patient education and coordinates care among healthcare team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, develop care plans, implement treatments, and evaluate outcomes.
• Administer medications safely according to policies and practice standards.
• Coordinate patient care across hospital departments.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives as a patient safety advocate.
• Collaborate with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics teams.
• Manage care for patients with multi-system organ failure or trauma.
• Utilize the AACN Synergy Model to support patient stability and recovery.
• Prioritize and respond to changing patient conditions with clinical judgment.
• Address the unique needs of patients and families coping with illness or injury.

Licensing and Certification

• Current RN license in the state of practice or covered by a compact.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred at hire and required within 6 months.
• CCR, PCCN, NIH Stroke Certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required; 6 months in acute care preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong clinical knowledge and evidence-based practice skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively within a team.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity.

Work Environment

Expect periods of high stress, potential exposure to hazards, and physical demands including lifting and movement of patients. Use of protective equipment and adherence to infection control policies are mandatory.

Patient Population

Care provided to adults and geriatrics, with knowledge of growth and development principles.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans, retirement contributions, paid time off, educational assistance, and more. Benefits vary by employment status.

Additional Information

Equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. For inquiries, contact [e-mail].