Registered Nurse (RN) - Ortho - Neuro - Lorain Hospital - Weekend Only

Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Lorain, OH is seeking a Staff Nurse to provide focused care for a diverse group of complex patients. You will perform initial assessments, ongoing monitoring, and coordinate nursing interventions to meet physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs.

This role emphasizes clinical leadership, patient advocacy, and collaboration with the care team. CN II level on Mercy's clinical ladder; precepts new staff and participates in continuing education and emergency preparedness.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure from the state of Ohio as an RN.
• Completes Orientation Checklist and probation.
• Maintains 12 contact hours of continuing education annually (Fire Safety and BLS/CPR).
• Communicates effectively with people of varying backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Cares for a group of complex patients with initial assessment and ongoing monitoring.
• Coordinates nursing care reflecting independent assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Precepts new employees as assigned.
• Utilizes essential care equipment and participates in the clinical ladder.

Skills

Effective communication

Clinical nursing care

Team leadership

Critical thinking

Documentation

Education

Graduation from state-accredited nursing program

Ohio RN licensure

Job description

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

General Summary

Assumes the responsibility for caring for a group of complex patients requiring an initial assessment and ongoing monitoring of their condition. 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 (CHP) 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 BLS/CPR Recertification
• 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
• Obtains/maintains BLS/CPR recertification

Working Conditions

• Moderate level of physical exertion required. Occasional exposure to adverse conditions.
• A medium-heavy physical workload demand based on a CHP Industrial Rehab. Standard Work Classification Table adapted from the US DOT Dictionary of Occupational Titles.

24 Scheduled weekly hours

7a-730p

Saturday & Sunday

Work 24 hrs get paid for 32 hours - FT Medical Benefits

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.

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.

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 affirmative 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]