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Responsibilities

The 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.

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Required

+ 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

Overview

Dignity 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.

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Pay Range

$67.57 - $82.06 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.