Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Room (ER) - Defiance Hospital

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Room (ER) - Defiance Hospital

Job Summary :

The Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by :

Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status

Determining the priority of the patient's problems and needs

Implementing clinical nursing interventions

Having a highly diverse skillset

Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes

Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment

Essential Functions :

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team

Care for groups 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

Evaluates, updates and revises the plan of care to facilitate achievement of planned and expected outcomes

Serves as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments

Provides care to a broad spectrum of patients ranging from short-stay to trauma

Administer medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and the organization's policies and procedures

Other duties as assigned

Education :

• Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Nursing

Certifications :

Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support and PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire)

Experience :

One (1) year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Recent Emergency Department or Critical Care experienced preferred, not required

Training :

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being-personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA / 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.

All 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 Bon secours 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