RN - Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
RN - Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Apply Now Requisition
R117190 Market Springfield, OH--> Market Springfield, Ohio
Department Med/Surg Unit - Springfield - General Medical Unit
Department--> Shift Nights Schedule Full-time Thank you for
considering a career at Mercy HealthSummary of Primary
Function/General Purpose of PositionThe Registered Nurse
Medical/Surgical functions as a care provider of a
multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient
care through using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing,
planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN possesses the
basic knowledge of a patient's age and cultural diversity into the
provision of patient care, demonstrates strong skills related to
effective time management and prioritizing patient care,
contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through
performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with other
professional disciplines, and supports the mission of the ministry
to provide physical and psychological support to patients and
families.Essential Job FunctionsIn collaboration with members of
interdisciplinary teams, the RN establishes goals and strategies
for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the
patient. The RN performs and documents complete patient
assessments, initiates and maintains current nursing care plans for
all assigned patients, identifies patient learning needs to provide
individualized and comprehensive teaching, administers medications
in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon
Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures, serves as a point of
contact for patients' care coordination throughout the hospital
departments, acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in
ongoing quality improvement in the department, and serves as a
patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative
care, and ethics.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 state they are working or covered by compact
(required)BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain
from approved source prior to direct patient care)ACLS Advanced
Cardiac Life Support (preferred)Medical-Surgical Nursing
Certification RN-BC (Registered Nurse - Board Certified)
(preferred)CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)PCCN
Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)CMSRN Certified
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (preferred)National Institute of
Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)EducationBachelor of
Science Nursing (preferredSkills Assigns patient care according to
the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice of staff.
Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education
(based upon quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and
implementation) to nursing staff and others. Possesses clinical
knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient
care in accordance with the current standards of practice, policy
and procedure, and BSMH mission. Performs comprehensive assessment
of patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the
patient and their supportive resources. Safely and efficiently
develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care. Application of
the nursing process in patient care delivery. Assesses patient's
physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate
effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of
care accordingly. Assists patient and family in coping with
patient's illness. Collaborates with others in the delivery of
coordinated patient care. Strong interpersonal and verbal/written
communication skills. Applies cultural diversity and inclusion
principles when caring for patients and their support resources.
Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires
information to perform safely. Advances personal and professional
growth through participation in educational programs, current
literature, in-services, and workshops. Exhibits professionalism
through accountability for own and delegated actions. Integrates
cost-effective measures into practice and models effective
stewardship of available resources. Practices self-care and
cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances.
Protects the safety and privacy of all persons. Understanding and
utilization of office and clinical technologies.Working
ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may
occurMay be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuseMay be
required to use physical restraintsMay be exposed to high noise
levels and bright lightsMay be exposed to limited hazardous
substances or body fluidsMay be exposed to human blood and other
potentially infectious materialsMay have periods of constant
interruptionsProlonged periods of working alonePhysical
RequirementsLifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.):34-66%Lifting/Carrying
(50-100 lbs.)34-66%Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)34-66%Push/Pull (50-100
lbs.)34-66%Stoop/Kneel0%Crawling0%Climbing1-33%Balance1-33%Bending34-66%Sitting34-66%Walking34-66%Standing34-66%Additional
Physical Requirements/HazardsManual dexterity (eye/hand
coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight of patientsHear
alarms/telephone/tape recorderReach above shoulderRepetitive
arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor VisionAcuity - farAcuity -
nearDepth perceptionUse of Latex GlovesExposure to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical
partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential electrical
shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to high
pitched noisesGaseous risk exposurePatient PopulationAdolescents
(13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and
older)MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our
opportunities reward* your hard work with:
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