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

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, 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.

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)

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission 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, HSA/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.

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 Bon secours Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia;
Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email  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