Registered Nurse (RN) / Emergency Department WEOP / Springfield Regional Medical Center
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 7, 2022
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Registered Nurse (RN) / Emergency Department WEOP / Springfield
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*Requisition* R108173 *Market* Springfield, Ohio *Department*
Emergency Department - Springfield *Shift* Days *Schedule*
Full-time *Thank you for considering a career at Mercy
Health**Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position*The
Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN) provides,
coordinates, plans, and evaluates nursing care, and supervises
licensed and unlicensed associates in nursing care delivery within
established nursing procedures, professional standards, and
organizational policies/philosophies. The ED RN demonstrates the
ability to care for a group of patients in a fast-paced, high
intensity setting as part of an interprofessional team focused on
achieving the best individual patient and population outcomes. The
ED RN is responsible for modeling core cultural and safety
behaviors to eliminate preventable harm, ensure worker safety and a
safe, high quality experience of care.*Essential Job Functions * In
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 effectiveness. Administers medications in a safe manner
consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health
policies and procedures. Serves 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. Manages and meets the physical and
emotional demands of emergency nursing care. Applies knowledge of
contemporary emergency nursing practice and future innovations.
Applies nursing practice to the care of individuals across the
lifespan with perceived or actual physical or emotional
alterations, ranging from non-urgent to life threatening that are
undiagnosed or require further interventions; care practices
include, but are not limited to, medical illness, trauma care,
pediatric care, gerontologic care, injury prevention, womens
health, mental health issues, and life and limb saving measures.
Collaborates with outside agencies in coordinating care (e.g.
protective agencies and law enforcement, Local Crisis, Forensics,
EMS, transfer centers, pharmacies). Understands and considers while
providing care that emergency nursing care is episodic, primary,
typically short-term, and occurs in a variety of settings. BSMH
nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with
the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional
Practice Model.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/Certification*Current RN License in the
state in which 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)PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support
(preferred)NPR Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)TNCC
Trauma Nursing Core Course (preferred)*Education*Bachelor of
Science Nursing (preferred)*Work Experience*1 year of RN experience
(required)Recent Emergency Department or Critical Care experience
(preferred)*Training*EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training
(preferred)*Skills* 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. Ability to communicate with patients in a manner they
can understand considering their personal preferences.
Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in
illness, suffering, pain, and existence. Remains calm, adaptive,
and collective during an emergency. Applies the nursing process
with patients in a variety of illness or injury in all ages and
populations requiring triage and prioritization, stabilization,
resuscitation, crisis intervention, disaster preparedness/emergency
management. Can pivot focus quickly using critical decisions to
match the most crucial needs at any moment. Lifesaving equipment
(i.e., hypothermia devices, Hand free CPR, rapid infusers, invasive
monitoring, etc.)*Working Conditions*Periods 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 fluids*May be
exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious
materials*May have periods of constant interruptions* Individuals
in this position are required to exercise universal precautions,
use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the
policies concerning infection control.*Physical
Requirements*Lifting/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/Kneel 1-33%Crawling 1-33%Climbing 1-33%Balance
1-33%Bending 34-66%Sitting 34-66%Walking 34-66%Standing
34-66%*Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards*Manual dexterity
(eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight of
patientsHear alarms/telephone/audio recorderReach above
shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor
VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearDepth 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 noisesGaseous risk exposure*Patient
Population*Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his
or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of
growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability
to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets
the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to
provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and
procedures.Neonates (0-4 weeks)Infant (1-12 months)Pediatrics (1-12
years)Adolescents (13-17 years)MercyHealth is an equal opportunity
employer.Well also reward your hard work with:* Comprehensive,
affordable medical, dental and vision plans* Prescription drug
coverage* Flexible spending accounts* Life insurance w/AD&D* An
employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify.* Paid time off*
Educational Assistance* And much more*S**cheduled Weekly
Hours:*36*Work Shift: *Days *Department: *Emergency Department -
SpringfieldAll 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 youd 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 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
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