Registered Nurse (RN) Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Lorain Hospital

divh2Clinical Nurse II/h2pFunctioning as the leader of the Care Delivery Team, the Clinical Nurse II (CN II) assumes the responsibility of directing care for a team of patients. He/she demonstrates clinical competency, evidence of nursing leadership, and coordinates the nursing care of a specific group of patients. Nursing care reflects independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patients physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs. Precepts new employees as assigned. Demonstrates competencies in the use of equipment essential in the care of patient age groups as indicated. A CN II is the second step of the Mercy Clinical Ladder. This is the competent Staff Nurse level./ppMinimum Knowledge and Skills, Etc./pulliGraduation from a state-accredited school of nursing./liliCurrent licensure from the state of Ohio as an RN./liliSuccessful completion of general and unit-specific orientation and hospital probationary period. Completes Orientation Checklist./liliObtains/maintains a minimum of 12 contact hours of continuing education annually which includes Fire Safety and CPR Re-certification. ACLS is required./liliMust have theoretical knowledge combined with clinical experience in providing nursing care for a variety of patients. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds./li/ulpWorking Conditions/ppModerate level of physical exertion required. Occasional exposure to adverse conditions./ppReporting Relationships/pulliResponsible to Nurse Manager, or in his/her absence, the Administrative Supervisor. May receive direct instructions from Charge Nurse or Director./liliWorkers supervised: Licensed Practical Nurses and Patient Care Assistants/li/ulp36 Scheduled Weekly Hours/pp7p-7:30a/ppEvery other weekend and holiday./ppMercy Health is an equal opportunity employer./ppAs a Mercy Health associate, youre 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./ppWhat we offer/pulliCompetitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)/liliMedical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts/liliPaid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders/liliTuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support/li/ulpBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status./ppDepartment: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Lorain - Intermediate Care Unit/p/div