Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Progressive Care (Step down) Registered Nurse position delivers nursing care to patients, acting as a service line between Med-Surg and ICU units. The RN assesses patient status, prioritizes patient problems and needs, develops and carries out care plans to improve outcomes, and helps ensure a safe, therapeutic environment.

The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week and works Monday through Friday on a swing unit that opens and closes. When the unit is closed, the RN floats to other departments. RN inpatient experience is required.

Requirements

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• At least 1 year of RN experience.
• RN inpatient experience.
• BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained from an approved source before providing direct patient care.
• ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred, not required).
• Six months of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• BLS or ACLS certification at hire is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, analyze assessment data, create and implement plans of care, and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Coordinate patient care across hospital departments and serve as a point of contact for that coordination.
• Advocate for patient safety by participating in ongoing departmental quality improvement.
• Administer medications safely in accordance with state practice requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed