Registered Nurse (RN) – Adult Behavioral Health Unit – Lorain Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Lorain, OH

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About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION General Summary Functioning as the leader of the Care Delivery Team, the Clinical Nurse II (CN II) assumes the responsibility of directing care for a team of patients. He/she demonstrates clinical competency, evidence of nursing leadership, and coordinates the nursing care of a specific group of patients. Nursing care reflects independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs. Precepts new employees as assigned. Demonstrates competencies in the use of equipment essential in the care of patient age groups as indicated. A CN II is the second step of the Mercy (MERCY) Clinical Ladder. This is the competent Staff Nurse level. Minimum Knowledge and Skills, Etc. 1. Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing. 2. Current licensure from the state of Ohio as an RN. 3. Successful completion of general and unit-specific orientation and hospital probationary period. Completes Orientation Checklist. 4. Obtains/maintains a minimum of 12 contact hours of continuing education annually which includes Fire Safety and CPR Re-certification. ACLS is required. 5. Must have theoretical knowledge combined with clinical experience in providing nursing care for a variety of patients. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds. Working Conditions Moderate level of physical exertion required. Occasional exposure to adverse conditions. Reporting Relationships Responsible to Nurse Manager, or in his/her absence, the Administrative Supervisor. May receive direct instructions from Charge Nurse or Director.

Requirements

• Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure from the state of Ohio as an RN.
• Successful completion of general and unit-specific orientation and hospital probationary period. Completes Orientation Checklist.
• Obtains/maintains a minimum of 12 contact hours of continuing education annually which includes Fire Safety and CPR Re-certification. ACLS is required.
• Must have theoretical knowledge combined with clinical experience in providing nursing care for a variety of patients.
• Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Functioning as the leader of the Care Delivery Team
• Assuming the responsibility of directing care for a team of patients
• Demonstrates clinical competency, evidence of nursing leadership, and coordinates the nursing care of a specific group of patients
• Nursing care reflects independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs
• Precepts new employees as assigned
• Demonstrates competencies in the use of equipment essential in the care of patient age groups as indicated

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed