Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care - Cardiac - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health • Lorain, OH

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About The Position

Functioning as the leader of the Care Delivery Team, the Clinical Nurse I (CN I) assumes the responsibility of directing care for a team of patients, using the CN II as a resource. The nursing care reflects independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs. Demonstrates competencies essential in the use of all equipment utilized in the care of patient age groups as indicated. A CN I is the entry step to the Mercy (CHP) Clinical Ladder. The CN I has one year to progress to the CN II level.

Requirements

• Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure from the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Successful completion of general and unit-specific orientation and hospital probationary period.
• Theoretical knowledge combined with beginning level clinical experience in nursing care.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Direct care for a team of patients.
• Use CN II as a resource for patient care.
• Conduct independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs.
• Demonstrate competencies in the use of medical equipment.
• Complete orientation checklist and maintain continuing education.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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