RN Surgical Services

Company: Mercy Health
Location: Paducah
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

RN Surgical ServicesApply NowRequisition R104739 Market Paducah, Kentucky Department Med/Surg Unit - Lourdes Med/Surg 5th Floor Shift Nights Schedule Full-timeThank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthSummary of Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionDelivers 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 Ohio or Kentucky Nursing Practice Act and 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 deliveryEmployment QualificationsEducation Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.Required Minimum Education:2 Year/ Associates DegreeSpecialty/Major:NursingPreferred Education:4 year/ Bachelors DegreeSpecialty/Major:NursingLicensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.Licensure/Certification Required:Current nursing license in the State of Ohio and/or Kentucky BLS, ACLS, PALS and any other unit specific certification requirementLicensure/Certification Preferred:Hold national certification in clinical specialty or leadership within 6 months of eligibilityMinimum QualificationsMinimum Years and Type of Experience:Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.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 statusScheduled Weekly Hours:36Work Shift:NightsDepartment:Med/Surg Unit - Lourdes Med/Surg 5th FloorAll 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 recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.comApply Now

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