RN Medical Acute

OverviewDignity Health @ Mercy Hospital of Folsom is the community hospital serving the Sierra foothills communities of Folsom El Dorado Hills Granite Bay Cameron Park Shingle Springs and Rescue. With 106 licensed acute-care beds our accredited non-profit hospital has been providing exceptional care for more than 35 years. Mercy Hospital of Folsom provides surgical services including minimally-invasive general urological and gynecological surgeries. We also provide comprehensive and award-winning orthopedic services which include surgery inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and specialty orthopedic care. As a certified Joint Commission Stroke Center Mercy Folsom provides exceptional care to our patients in our Medical Surgical and Intensive Care units as well as our 25-bed Emergency Department. Our Family Birth Center features private and contemporary birthing suites where labor delivery and recovery occur in one room as well as award-winning lactation training and support. Mercy Folsom received Among America’s 250 Best Hospitals recognition and is a Primary Stroke Center.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilitiesThe Medical Telemetry Unit at Mercy Hospital of Folsom serves a variety of patients. A majority of the admissions that come through the Emergency Department are sent to our 44 bed 35 room unit. Typical diagnoses that would be seen on our floor are CVA/TIA Chest Pain Rapid A fib CHF exacerbation Pneumonia Flu COPD exacerbation Sepsis Acute Kidney Injury Alcohol Withdrawal & Infectious Diseases (Cellulitis Bacteremia Wounds). We have a mixture of Med-Surg and Telemetry patients. We highly value approaching the patient care with strong teamwork within our unit and within our hospital. Additionally we pride ourselves on our continual efforts to make improvements to our work in order to produce the best patient outcomes. We are always looking for ways to keep our patients safe and free of hospital acquired conditions. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals and we are looking for individuals that share a passion for patient care.Mercy Hospital of Folsom a member of Dignity Health is currently looking for a Registered Nurse to join their Medical Acute team. The Registered Nurse is a professional who provides and supervises care to individuals and families. Utilizing a holistic approach the registered nurse provides patient and family care based on the nursing process and consistently provides a safe and confidential environment throughout the delivery of care. As a professional the registered nurse is responsible for providing leadership and maintaining personal professional development.

Assessment: Performs total body and system assessment each shift/visit according to unit standards.

Care of Patient: Including planning, implementing, evaluating and educating.

Clinical/Technical Skills: Utilizes technology, procedures, protocols, standards and interventions specific to assigned unit.

Documentation: Performs legible, timely, concise and accurate documentation according to policies and procedures.Proficient and competent with the computerized documentation system.

Leadership: Accepts responsibility and accountability for own decisions and behaviors. Recognizes, accepts andcooperates with direction from facility leadership.

Precepting/Mentoring: Participates in orientation of new staff, ancillary personnel and mentors students in a constructiveand positive manner. Serves as resource to staff from other nursing departments.

Self-Development: Continues education by attending non-mandatory education offerings specific to area of practice.Maintains awareness of issues related to nursing profession.

Goals: Provides measurable written goals appropriate to level of experience during annual appraisal process. Achievespre-set goals throughout the year.

Safety: Maintains a safe working environment by utilizing appropriate resources, protocols, procedures, andcommunication to appropriate personnel.

Patient Safety: Applies safety precautions and principles to patient care, including all applicable National Patient SafetyGoals, and adherence to medication management policies and procedures.

Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively using proper communication etiquette. Uses medical terminologyaccurately. Includes reporting abnormals or change in patient condition to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.

Quality: Participates in unit, service line, and CHW Quality initiatives. Includes Patient Satisfaction and Core Measures.

The position shall demonstrate behaviors consistent with the core (Mercy) values in support with Mercy Hospital of Folsom and the Mission and Philosophy of Dignity Health.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft

Adoption Assistance

Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

At least 1 year experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care, Medical-Surgical Unit

Current California RN License and BLS from the American Heart Association

American Heart Association ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire

Other certifications may be required

Pay Range$65.28 - $79.28 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.