Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Intermediate Care (Stepdown) – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hos[...]

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Progressive Care (Step Down) unit at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.

The role emphasizes leadership, patient assessment, and coordination across Med-Surg and ICU to develop and implement care plans. Qualifications include current RN licensure in Ohio; BSN preferred but not required; BLS or ACLS preferred at hire with ACLS within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio RN licensure in good standing.
• BSN preferred but not required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred at hire; ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyze data, create a plan of care, implement treatment and evaluate 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 state practice and organization policies.

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN)

Job description

About Us As 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) – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Job Summary

• 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
• Conductes 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)

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].