What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Emergency Department - Nights at Mercy Love County position at Mercy?
MERCY LOVE COUNTY
Department: RN Emergency Department
Status: Full Time
Shift: Nights
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Incentives:
- Stay Premium Program, based on years of Mercy Service
- Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
- PTO/Vacation Time
- Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
- Shift Differentials
Overview:
Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
- Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
- Physical requirements/demands:
- Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
- Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift
- Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties
- Experience: This position requires a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.