RN – Medical-Surgical

Specialty: Medical-Surgical
Facility: Lorain Hospital
State License: OH
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Years of Experience:
Shift: Nights
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Description: Specialty: Med SurgFacility: Lorain HospitalState License: OHCerts/Licenses: Years of Experience: Shift: NightsGuaranteed Hours: Description: Job Description Position Details:4 WestRN Med Surg – Med Surg/OncologyThis position will NOT accept local candidates. Dysrhythmia Exam is requiredOncology experience preferred, not requiredBLS, NIH Required12 HR NightsUnit Specific Details:32 Bed UnitCVC line draws, IV starts, med passHoyer lift , Arjo equipment, Alaris pump, Epidural/PCA pumps, CVC line draws, Kangaroo pumps, Wound vacs, high flow o2Job Profile Name RN Med Surg Job Code 740N31 Include Job Code in Name Yes Job Profile SummaryJob Description Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical functionsas a care provider of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient care through using thenursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN possesses the basicknowledge of a patient’s age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care, demonstrates strong skillsrelated to effective time management and prioritizing patient care, contributes to the provision of quality nursingcare through performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with other professional disciplines, and supports themission of the ministry to provide physical and psychological support to patients and families. Essential Job FunctionsIn collaboration with members of interdisciplinary teams, the RN establishes goals and strategies for meeting thedischarge 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 toprovide individualized and comprehensive teaching, administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the Stateof Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures, serves as a point of contact for patient’s carecoordination throughout the hospital departments, acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing qualityimprovement 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 workingconditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by theirsupervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Current RN license in state they are workingor covered by compact (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior todirect 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 CareCertified 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 careaccording 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 andothers. Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance withthe current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission. Performs comprehensive assessment ofpatient’s clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources. Safely andefficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care. Application of the nursing process in patient caredelivery. Assesses patient’s physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of interventionand 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/writtencommunication skills. Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their supportresources. Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely. Advancespersonal and professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, andworkshops. Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions. Integrates cost-effectivemeasures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources. Practices self-care and cultivatesresilience in conflict and difficult circumstances. Protects the safety and privacy of all persons. Understanding andutilization of office and clinical technologies. Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloadsmay occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May beexposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids May beexposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials May have periods of constant interruptions Prolongedperiods 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% Balance1-33% Bending 34-66% Sitting 34-66% Walking 34-66% Standing 34-66% Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manualdexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorderReach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity – far Acuity – near Depthperception Use of Latex Gloves Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to highpitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Patient Population Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics(65 years and older) Notes New positions approved on 2/11/2026 Primary Skills: BLS, RNLicense Job certifications: EKG Attestation, Raise the Bar Attestation Job credentials for Professional: BLS, NIH