RN - Step Down Unit (Full Time), St. Vincent

IntelliResume; Federal Hill (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health's St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, PA seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Step Down Unit to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, guiding a collaborative team to deliver high-quality outcomes.

You will lead nursing care, document changes, promote patient safety, and participate in quality initiatives while supporting compassionate, family-centered communication.

Qualifications

• Current State of PA RN licensure required.
• Certification in area of specialty preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 FBI background clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and plan nursing care for individuals and families.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify relevant staff.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate care and health services.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality efforts.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement prescribed care plans.
• Communicate compassionately with patients and families.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Leadership

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Communication

Education

PA RN licensure

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the Step Down Unit at St. Vincent Hospital is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for patients. This role is ideal for individuals who are committed to providing high-quality care and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Highlights

• Location: Erie, PA
• Facility: St. Vincent Hospital
• Schedule: Full-time

What You'll Do

• Assess human responses and plan nursing care for individuals or families.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Provide verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care or health services.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in department-specific quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement patient care plans as prescribed.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify appropriate personnel.
• Promote compassionate communication that is patient and family-centered.

Requirements

Education:

• Current State of PA RN licensure or current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) required.

Experience:

• Certification in area of specialty preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

• CPR certification required.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate required.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate required.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate required.

About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. As part of a 9-hospital system, they focus on transforming the future of healthcare through effective services and a dedication to inclusivity and professional growth for their employees.