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

Mercy Health BSMH • Youngstown, OH

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical provides patient care as part of a multidisciplinary care team, using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN considers patients’ ages and cultural diversity, manages time and priorities effectively, contributes to quality improvement, collaborates with other professional disciplines, and provides physical and psychological support to patients and families.

This part-time position is on the Med Surg. Ortho Neuro Unit 5WE at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. The night shift is 7:00 pm–7:30 am, with self-scheduling. New graduates are welcome, and the employer offers benefits and other perks.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a license covered by a compact.
• One year of RN experience is listed as required; new graduates and RNs with less than one year of experience are also accepted.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care; ACLS is acceptable in lieu of BLS.
• Clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based care according to current standards, policies, procedures, and the organization’s mission.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to recognize personal limitations and seek assistance or information to work safely.
• Understanding and use of office and clinical technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Six months of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• 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.

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 patient learning needs and provide individualized, comprehensive teaching.
• Administer medications safely in accordance with applicable state practice requirements and employer policies and procedures.
• Serve as a point of contact for coordinating patient care throughout hospital departments.
• Participate in ongoing departmental quality improvement as a patient safety advocate.
• Advocate for patients in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics.
• Assign patient care according to staff members’ nursing skills, knowledge, and scope of practice.
• Orient staff, facilitate learning, and provide education based on quality indicators, outcomes, and implementation.
• Assess patients’ clinical conditions and psychosocial needs, implement and prioritize plans of care, evaluate responses to treatment, and revise plans as needed.
• Collaborate with others to deliver coordinated patient care and help patients and families cope with illness.
• Protect the safety and privacy of all persons and use resources responsibly.

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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed