Registered Nurse; RN — Med Surg — Telemetry — St. Joseph Warren Hospital — PRN

About Mercy Health

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.

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical functions as a care provider of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN possesses the basic knowledge of a patient’s age and cultural diversity in 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 Functions

• In collaboration with members of interdisciplinary teams, the RN establishes goals and strategies for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the patient.
• Perform and document complete patient assessments.
• Initiate and maintain current nursing care plans for all assigned patients.
• Identify patient learning needs and provide individualized teaching.
• Administer medications in a safe manner consistent with state and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies.
• Serve as a point of contact for patient care coordination across hospital departments.
• Advocate for patient safety through quality improvement and collaboration with spiritual, palliative care, and ethics teams.

Licensing/Certification

• Current RN license in the state of work or covered by compact (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support acceptable in lieu of BLS
• Medical‑Surgical Nursing Certification RN‑BC (preferred)
• CCRN, PCCN, CMSRN, NIH Stroke Certification (preferred)

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)

Experience

• One year of RN experience (required)
• Six months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred)

Skills

• Clinical assessment and intervention planning
• Evidenced‑based patient care
• Prioritization and time management
• Patient and family education
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Communication skills
• Cultural diversity inclusion
• Self‑care and resilience
• Technology proficiency

Working Conditions

• High stress and fluctuating workloads
• Exposure to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May require use of physical restraints and high noise levels
• May involve hazardous substances or body fluids
• Potential for constant interruptions and prolonged periods of working alone

Patient Population

• Adolescents (13‑17 years)
• Adults (18‑64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Benefits

• 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

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, or disability. For requests for reasonable accommodation, contact