Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuro Stepdown - St. Rita's Medical Center

easyservice; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health’s St. Rita's Medical Center in Ohio is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Neuro Stepdown (4A) on a full-time night shift. The role encompasses high-acuity care in a progressive unit bridging Med-Surg and ICU, with a focus on patient safety, coordination, and leadership in nursing care delivery.

We welcome new grads and experienced RNs. Education includes a BSN preferred, with RN licensure and basic life support; ACLS is required within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred, not required)
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• BLS or ACLS (preferred at hire; ACLS required within 6 months)
• Previous experience as an LPN or Patient Care Tech/CNA (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze data, create a care plan, implement treatment and evaluate effectiveness
• Serve as point of contact for patient care coordination across hospital departments
• Act as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement
• Administer medications safely per policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred, not required)

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36

Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America)

Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuro Stepdown (4A) - St. Rita's Medical Center

Full-Time Nights

New Grad and Experienced RNs

Job Summary:

• The New Grad 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) or RN applicant
• 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:

• Previous experience as an LPN or Patient Care Tech/CNA (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson 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, HAS/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.

Department:

Neuroscience Center - St. Rita's - Neurosciences

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