Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Step Down - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care (Step down) unit at Springfield Regional Medical Center. The RN will provide high-quality care, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and support patient safety and care coordination across departments.

The role requires an active RN license, 1 year of RN experience, and BSN is preferred. BLS/ACLS are recommended; ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire. Mercy Health offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current state RN licensure is required.
• 1 year of RN experience is required.
• 6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.
• BLS or ACLS certification preferred at hire; ACLS to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to patients.
• Act as service line between Med-Surg and ICU units.
• Assess patient status and develop care plans.
• Coordinate patient care across hospital departments.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

About UsAs 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. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy HealthAbout UsAs 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. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care (Step down) – Springfield Regional Medical Center

Job SummaryThe Progressive Care (Step down) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:

• Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status
• Acting as the service line between Med-Surg and ICU units
• Determining the priority of the patient’s problems and needs
• Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes
• Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
• Conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and evaluates treatment effectiveness
• Serves as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments
• Acts 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 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 approved source prior to direct patient care, ACLS required within 6 months of hire)

Experience

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

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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

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 Affi tive 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].