RN (Registered Nurse) - Step Down

Company: Mercy Health
Location: Oregon
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthSIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE UP TO $12,500 - Mercy St Charles - Full Time - Days or NightsRegistered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care (Step down) - St. Charles Hospital:Job Summary:The Progressive Care (Step down) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient statusActing as the service line between Med-Surg and ICU unitsDetermining the priority of the patient's problems and needsDeveloping and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomesEnsuring a safe and therapeutic environmentEssential Functions:Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care teamProvide advanced treatment and care to patients with complex diagnosesEvaluates, updates and revises plan of care to facilitate achievement of planned and expected outcomesAdminister medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Mercy Health policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedEducation:Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in NursingLicensing & Certifications:Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) -If you do not have this certification, Mercy Health will help you gain this certification during OrientationBasic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association requiredAdditional required certifications may vary based on unitPhysical Requirements:Performs repetitive tasks/motionsPreforms lifting, moving and pushing in excess of 50 pounds or moreHears alarm bells, telephone, and other soundsHears normal conversationHave good manual dexterityHave good eye-hand-foot coordinationHave clarity of vision: near ( Have clarity of vision: mid (> 20"-20')Have clarity of vision: far (> 20')Distinguish colorsMental Requirements:Reads and interprets written/oral instructionsSets and meets deadlines, prioritizes work and works independentlyIdentifies and understands issues and problemsExamines data and draws logical conclusions demonstrating the ability to apply high levels of critical thinking and understandingExpresses or exchanges ideas by means of oral or written communicationsMakes decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unitOrganize thoughts and ideas into understand terminologyMust be flexible and able to adapt to changeMercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:All (United States of America)Department:Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Mercy St. CharlesAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at

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