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Early Career Decision Program - St. Rita's Medical Center

part-time•Lima

Summary

Location

Lima

Type

part-time

Experience

0-2 years

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About this role

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0.03

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Early Career Decision Program participant will provide direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse (RN) or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. The Nurse Immersion program is a temporary program that enhances working clinical experience.

Essential Job Functions

  • Under direction of the RN, supports the nurse in the application of the nursing process.

  • Works to develop critical thinking skills through collaboration with the RN to ensure quality patient care delivery.

  • Seeks out educational opportunities related to nursing practice and critical thinking.

  • Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit based specialty duties in accordance with pertinent school of nursing, facility, and state board of nursing. 

  • Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to nurse.

  • Provides high level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employees.

  • Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.

  • Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.

  • Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.

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 job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

None

Education

HS/GED (required)

Currently enrolled in (RN) nursing program at Wright State Lake Campus, Rhodes State College or Bowling Green State University and has successfully completed program specific educational requirements to the level of immersion experience. (required)

Work Experience

Recent experience as a Patient Care Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, or some other medical experience (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson 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. 

What we offer
•    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 support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(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 you’d 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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected].

What you'll do

  • The participant will provide direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, supporting the nursing process and ensuring quality patient care delivery. They will also act as a liaison between patients and nurses, reporting changes or concerns.

About Mercy Health

On September 1, 2018 Bon Secours Health System and Mercy Health combined to become the United States’ fifth largest Catholic health care ministry and one of the nation’s 20 largest health care systems. With 48 hospitals, thousands of providers, over 1,000 points of care and over 60,000 employees Bon Secours Mercy Health serves communities across seven states and Ireland. We are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. By utilizing robust measurement and reporting processes, we hold ourselves accountable for enhancing care and improving outcomes for our patients, residents and clients.

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As a Early Career Decision Program - St. Rita's Medical Center at Mercy Health, you will: the participant will provide direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, supporting the nursing process and ensuring quality patient care delivery. They will also act as a liaison between patients and nurses, reporting changes or concerns..

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The Early Career Decision Program - St. Rita's Medical Center position at Mercy Health is based in Lima, Ohio, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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