At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　Work EVERY 3RD WEEKEND AND EVERY 3RD HOLIDAY

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　　*$10,000 Sign on Bonus for RN with 1+ years of experience or $15,000 for 2 year commitment for Night Shift

　　*$2,500 Sign on Bonus for New Grad RN for 2 year commitment

　　*Higher Pay Scales and Sign-On Incentives

　　*Flexible Schedule to live the life you deserve

　　*Referral Bonus programs

　　*Paid Time Off

　　*Excellent Health Benefits

　　* Tuition Reimbursement through Guild Education (only an 18 month commitment

　　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 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 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. 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/Certification

　　Current 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)

　　Education

　　Bachelor of Science Nursing (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.

　　Working Conditions

　　Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

　　May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

　　May be required to use physical restraints

　　May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

　　May 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

　　Prolonged periods of working alone

　　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 0%

　　Crawling 0%

　　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 work

　　Maneuver weight of patients

　　Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder

　　Reach above shoulder

　　Repetitive arm/hand movements

　　Finger Dexterity

　　Color Vision

　　Acuity - far

　　Acuity - near

　　Depth perception

　　Use of Latex Gloves

　　Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

　　Exposure to moving mechanical parts

　　Exposure to dust/fumes

　　Exposure to potential electrical shock

　　Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

　　Exposure to high pitched noises

　　Gaseous risk exposure

　　Patient Population

　　Adults (18-64 years)

　　Geriatrics (65 years and older)

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to 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 Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . 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 [email protected]