Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg. Ortho Trauma 5WE - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Youngstown, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical provides patient care as part of a multidisciplinary team, using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN incorporates knowledge of patients’ ages and cultural diversity into care, manages time and priorities effectively, contributes to quality improvement, collaborates with other professional disciplines, and provides physical and psychological support to patients and families. The role is in the Ortho/Neuro Unit, Ortho Trauma 5 West, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. The posting lists scheduled weekly hours of 36 and states a day shift in the heading, but also describes the shift as full-time nights, 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Working conditions may include periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads, physical altercations or verbal abuse, use of physical restraints, high noise levels and bright lights, limited exposure to hazardous substances or body fluids, exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials, constant interruptions, and periods of working alone. The patient population includes adolescents, adults, and older adults.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or coverage under a compact license.
• One year of RN experience is listed as required; the posting also states that new graduates and RNs with less than one year of experience will be accepted.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• Clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based care in accordance with current standards, policies, procedures, and the organization’s mission.
• Ability to apply the nursing process, prioritize and implement a plan of care, collaborate in coordinated care, and practice within recognized limitations.

Nice To Haves

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred upon hire; it must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is acceptable in lieu of BLS.
• Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (RN-BC).
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.
• Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) certification.
• Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) certification.
• National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Six months of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and patients to establish goals and strategies for discharge or continuing care needs.
• Perform and document complete patient assessments.
• Initiate and maintain current nursing care plans for assigned patients.
• Identify patients’ learning needs and provide individualized, comprehensive teaching.
• Administer medications safely in accordance with state requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate patient care across hospital departments and serve as a point of contact for care coordination.
• Participate in ongoing departmental quality improvement as a patient safety advocate.
• Advocate for patients in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics services.
• Assign patient care according to staff members’ nursing skills, knowledge, and scope of practice.
• Orient staff, facilitate learning experiences, and provide education to nursing staff and others.
• Assess patients’ clinical conditions, psychosocial needs, and support resources; develop, implement, and prioritize plans of care.
• Evaluate patients’ physical and emotional responses to treatment and revise care plans as appropriate.
• Assist patients and families in coping with illness and collaborate with others to coordinate care.
• Recognize personal limitations, seek assistance, and pursue professional growth through educational programs and other learning activities.
• Practice accountability, cost-effective stewardship, self-care, resilience, and protection of people’s safety and privacy.
• Use office and clinical technologies.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level