Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Status: Full-time .9 (72 hours/pay period)

Shift: Variety of shifts available

Job Summary / Purpose 

​​Provides individualized, high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages.  Uses a team approach to delegate and coordinate patient care at admission, transfer, and discharge.  Independently delivers nursing care using the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Medical Center policies, nursing standards, ethical principles, and professional judgment.  Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.​ 

Essential Key Job Responsibilities 

​​​Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort. 

​Practices safe patient handling techniques. 

​Continues to evaluate assigned patients and provides ongoing treatment. 

​Anticipates, identifies, and responds to educational and emotional needs of patients and families. 

​Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients. 

​Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e. IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices). Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms whenever available to maximize patient safety. 

​Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury). 

​Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene). ​ 

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:  

• Wellness programs 

• Education reimbursement 

• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision 

• Paid time off 

• Long- and short-term leave 

• Retirement planning 

• Life insurance coverage 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.