Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehab - Lorain Hospital
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse I (CN I) serves as the leader of the Care Delivery Team and directs care for a team of patients, using a CN II as a resource. Nursing care includes independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patients’ physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs. The nurse demonstrates competencies in using equipment required for the care of the indicated patient age groups. CN I is the entry step on the Mercy (CHP) Clinical Ladder, with one year to progress to CN II. This is a collective bargaining unit position in the Med/Surg Unit – Lorain – Rehab Nursing department at Lorain Hospital. The schedule is 36 hours per week, 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every third weekend and every other holiday.
Requirements
- Graduate of a state-accredited school of nursing.
- Current Ohio Registered Nurse licensure.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Theoretical knowledge combined with beginning-level clinical experience providing nursing care to a variety of patients.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds.
- Successful completion of general and unit-specific orientation and the hospital probationary period.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Care Delivery Team and direct care for a team of patients, using a CN II as a resource.
- Independently assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients’ physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs.
- Demonstrate competence in using equipment required for the care of indicated patient age groups.
- Complete general and unit-specific orientation, the hospital probationary period, and the Orientation Checklist.
- Maintain at least 12 contact hours of continuing education annually, including Fire Safety and CPR/BLS recertification.
- Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses and Patient Care Assistants.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
