Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg 4W - Lorain Hospital

Clinical Nurse IIFunctioning as the leader of the Care Delivery Team, the Clinical Nurse II (CN II) assumes the responsibility of directing care for a team of patients. He/she demonstrates clinical competency, evidence of nursing leadership, and coordinates the nursing care of a specific group of patients. Nursing care reflects independent assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs. Precepts new employees as assigned. Demonstrates competencies in the use of equipment essential in the care of patient age groups as indicated. A CN II is the second step of the Mercy Clinical Ladder. This is the competent Staff Nurse level. Minimum Knowledge and Skills, Etc. Graduation from a state-accredited school of nursing. Current licensure from the state of Ohio as an RN.Successful completion of general and unit-specific orientation and hospital probationary period. Completes Orientation Checklist. Obtains/maintains a minimum of 12 contact hours of continuing education annually which includes Fire Safety and CPR Re-certification. ACLS is required. Must have theoretical knowledge combined with clinical experience in providing nursing care for a variety of patients. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing with people of varying backgrounds.