Registered Nurse (RN) PAT Defiance Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

25

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

PAT Position

Summary of Primary Function
Delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment identifies and determines the priority of patients problems/needs and evaluates the process and outcome of nursing care; coordinates provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.


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. Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery

Skills
Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and future innovations
Nursing judgment and skill based on principles of the biological physical behavioral and social sciences
Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery
Coordination of patient care delivery
Evaluation of professional nursing practice to optimize goals and outcomes
Health teaching and health promotion
Patient advocacy and partnership
Interprofessional collaboration and leadership
Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies
Compassionate relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness suffering pain and existence
Integration of quality improvement evidence based practices and research in practice
Accountability for professional actions
Effective stewardship of available resources
Conflict management and resilience
Authority for delegating activities to others while remaining responsible and accountable for outcomes

Certifications
BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred)
Valid nursing license from the state of practice (required)

Education
Associate of Nursing nursing (required)
OR
Diploma in Nursing (required)
Bachelors of Science nursing (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson 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 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.

Department:

Recovery Room (PACU) - Defiance LLC

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly a ll 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 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 .

Required Experience:

IC