Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Lorain, OH

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Obtaining/maintaining a minimum of 12 contact hours of continuing education annually, including Fire Safety and BLS/CPR Recertification.
• Theoretical knowledge combined with clinical experience in providing nursing care for a variety of patients.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds.
• Obtaining/maintaining BLS/CPR recertification.

Responsibilities

• Caring for a group of complex patients requiring initial assessment and ongoing monitoring.
• Demonstrating clinical competency and nursing leadership.
• Coordinating nursing care for a specific group of patients.
• Conducting independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs.
• Precepting new employees as assigned.
• Demonstrating competencies in the use of essential equipment for patient care.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree