Registered Nurse (RN) - Ortho - Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Deer Park, OH

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About The Position

The Progressive Care (Step down) Registered Nurse (RN) position delivers exceptional nursing care to patients in the Ortho-Neuro Progressive Care Unit at The Jewish Hospital. The RN uses organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, serves as the service line between Med-Surg and ICU units, determines the priority of patients’ problems and needs, develops and performs care plans to improve outcomes, and ensures a safe and therapeutic environment.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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.
• Serve as the point of contact for patients’ care coordination throughout hospital departments.
• Advocate for patient safety by participating in ongoing departmental quality improvement.
• Administer medications safely in accordance with state 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.

What This Job Offers

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