Weekend Only RN - ICU Stepdown
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Toledo
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one
purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit.
This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful
combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day.
Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the
highest quality of health care possible to our communities.Primary
Function/General Purpose of PositionDelivers patient care utilizing
the nursing process through data collection and assessment,
identifies and determines the priority of patient's problems/needs,
and evaluates the process and outcome of nursing care; coordinates,
provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates
the care provided by health team members.Essential Job FunctionsIn
collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, conducts
initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data,
creates a plan of care, implements treatment and evaluates
treatment effectivenessAdministers medications in a safe manner
consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health
policies and proceduresServes as point of contact for patients'
care coordination throughout hospital departments.Acts as a patient
safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in
the department. Incorporates the professional practice model into
care delivery.This document is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working
conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to
perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor,
subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationCurrent
RN License in the state in which they are working or covered by
compact (preferred, must obtain with in 90 days of hiring. If
licensure requirement is not met due to Ohio Board of Nursing
failure, license must be obtained within 60 days of fail date)Basic
Life Support (BLS) (preferred or as required by unit specific
accountabilities)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (preferred or
as required by unit specific accountabilities)Pediatric Advanced
Life Support (PALS) (preferred or as required by unit specific
accountabilities)EducationAssociates Science Nursing (ASN)
(required)Bachelors of Science Nursing (BSN) (preferred)Patient
PopulationNeonates (0-4 weeks)Infant (1-12 months)Pediatrics (1-12
years)Adolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65
years and older)Working ConditionsPeriods of high stress and
fluctuating workloads may occur.May be exposed to high noise levels
and bright lights.May be exposed to physical altercations and
verbal abuse.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body
fluids.*May be required to use physical restraints.May be exposed
to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*May be
exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind,
etc.May have periods of constant interruptions.Prolonged periods of
working alone.* Individuals in this position are required to
exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment
and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection
control.Physical RequirementsPhysical DemandsFrequency 0% 1-33%
34-66% 67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) xLifting/ Carrying
(50-100 lbs.) xPush/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) xPush/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)
xStoop, Kneel xCrawling xClimbing xBalance xBending xWork
PositionFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Sitting xWalking xStanding
xAdditional Physical Requirements/HazardsPhysical
RequirementsManual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift
workManeuver weight of patientsHear alarms/telephone/audio
recordingsReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger
DexterityColor VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearHazardsDepth
perceptionUse of Latex productsExposure to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical
partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical
shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high
pitched noisesSkillsMonitor patient conditions during
treatmentAdminister non-intravenous medicationsInform medical
professionals regarding patient conditions and careRecord patient
medical historiesBudgeting & Financial AcumenAnalyzing data or
informationSchedulingAttention to detailAcceptance of
authorityCritical thinkingCommunication with family
membersTeamworkConflict resolutionActive listeningRelationship
building7a-7:30p, on call requirements per unit guidelines.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 statusAll 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 Employers,
please email recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com
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