Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care (Step down) - St. Charles Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care (Step down) – St. Charles HospitalThe Progressive Care (Step down) Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient statusActing as the service line between Med-Surg and ICU unitsDetermining the priority of the patient's problems and needsDeveloping and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomesEnsuring a safe and therapeutic environmentEssential Functions:Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care teamConducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and evaluates treatment effectivenessServes as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departmentsActs as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the departmentAdminister medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and the organization's policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedEducation:Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred, not required)Certifications:Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care, ACLS required within 6 months of hire)Experience:1 year of RN experience (required)6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred)Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.As a 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.• 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 supportBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status.