New Graduate RN - St Francis Medical Center

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Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The NewtoPractice RN Medical/Surgical functions as an entrylevel care provider of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the delivery of patient care through using the nursing process of assessment diagnosing planning implementation and evaluation. The NewtoPractice RN possesses the basic knowledge of a patients age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement initiatives collaborates with other professional disciplines and supports the mission of the ministry to provide physical and psychological support to patients and families.

Essential Job Functions
In collaboration with an experienced Medical Surgical RN and other members of interdisciplinary teams the NewtoPractice RN safely demonstrates basic knowledge of contemporary nursing practice. The RN performs and documents complete patient assessments initiates and maintains current nursing care plans for all assigned patients identifies patient learning needs to provide individualized and comprehensive teaching administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures serves as a point of contact for patients care coordination throughout the hospital departments acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement 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 working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification
Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact or RN applicant (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred)

Skills
Possesses clinical knowledge skills and competency to provide evidencebased patient care in accordance with the current standards of practice policy and procedure and BSMH mission.
Performs comprehensive assessment of patients clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources.
Safely and efficiently develops implements and prioritizes plan of care.
Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery.
Assesses patients physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly.
Assists patient and family in coping with patients illness.
Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care.
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support resources.
Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely.
Advances personal and professional growth through participation in educational programs current literature inservices and workshops.
Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions.
Integrates costeffective measures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources.
Practices selfcare and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances.
Protects the safety and privacy of all persons.
Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies.

Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
Prolonged periods of working alone

Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying 050 lbs.: 3466
Lifting/Carrying 50100 lbs. 3466
Push/Pull 050 lbs. 3466
Push/Pull 50100 lbs. 3466
Stoop/Kneel 0
Crawling 0
Climbing 133
Balance 133
Bending 3466
Sitting 3466
Walking 3466
Standing 3466

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity far
Acuity near
Depth perception
Use of Latex Gloves
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population
Adolescents 1317 years)
Adults 1864 years)
Geriatrics 65 years and older)

Bon Secours 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 status.

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It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all 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 .