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Job description
Location: BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgery (OR) - Bronson Methodist Hospital
Shift: Full Time Nights ) Weekly Hours: 40
Benefits
Day 1 health benefits
Competitive pay
Advancement opportunities
Generous PTO accrual
403(b) matching
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness benefits
Enhanced night shift differential
Up to $20,000 for experienced RNs (external candidates only) based on hours/shift
Bonus amounts vary based on shift, experience and approved hours
Qualifications
Previous operating room experience required.
Associate's degree in Nursing required.
Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred, must obtain within 8 years of hire.
Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the state of Michigan.
As of December 29, 2013, any nurse hired by Bronson who does not hold a BSN (or higher nursing degree) will be given 8years from date of hire to obtain. If, after 8years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated.
Overview
Under general supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, the registered nurse manages the care delivery for patients in the organization throughout the length of stay to achieve quality outcomes and timely discharge by the following: utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, diagnosing, implementation and evaluation; coordinating the care provided by other professionals; delegating selected acts, tasks or functions that fall within the scope of professional nursing practice and the abilities of patient care assistants and universal service assistants; providing selected aspects of physical care within the scope of professional nursing practice as appropriate given the patient's level of acuity and complexity of care required; and documenting and communicating during each tour of duty the patient's response to care provided, consumption of resources and anticipated needs.
Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various computer systems and equipment in order to set an appropriate plan of action
Must be able to constantly communicate both verbally, in writing and electronically
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment and other objects.
Standards of Practice
The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients’ health or the situation.
Assesses the patient’s physical and developmental needs
Analyzes assessment data to identify appropriate patient needs
Documents nursing history and age‑appropriate physical/emotional needs/strengths for assigned patients
Reviews vital signs to assess condition of patient and detect deviations from normal.
Uses the assessment data to identify patient problems or issues
Confirms problems with patient and family when appropriate
Documents the expected outcomes and plan of care related to the problems through use of the clinical pathway and outcome teaching record
Utilizes patient/family input when defining outcomes
Incorporates the patient values, ethical and cultural considerations
Coordinates discharge planning for outcomes not achieved utilizing the continuum of care available
Incorporates clinical pathways into the plan when appropriate
Develops individualized interventions with patient input when appropriate
Considers data from other members of the healthcare team when developing the plan of care
Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes
Defines expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient
Manages the care plan for patients by organizing and delegating patient care interventions to be implemented
Evaluates progress toward attainment of the expected outcomes
Evaluates the effectiveness of the planned interventions and the patient response toward achievement of the expected outcomes
Documents the patient response toward the expected outcomes
Participates in quality improvement activities
Uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice
Participates in ongoing educational activities related to appropriate knowledge and professional issues
Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competency and continued ongoing educational activities
Participates in self‑evaluation, identifying areas of strengths as well as areas benefiting from professional development
Participates in systematic peer review as appropriate
Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues
Maintains compassionate and caring relationships with peers and colleagues
Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment
Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice
Partners with the multiple health disciplines to effect change and generate positive outcomes for the patient and family, based on the plan of care
Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity, confidentiality and rights
Demonstrates a commitment to connecting with self and others through relationship centered care giving
Serves as a patient advocate
Uses research findings to improve the health of patients and the practice environment
Participates in various levels of research based on their level of education
Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services
Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs and condition of the patient, potential for harm, complexity of the nursing activity, required problem solving and innovation, predictability of outcome, extent of patient interaction
Assists the patient and family in becoming informed consumers about the options, costs, risks and benefits of treatments and care
Participates in nursing councils, hospital and unit based committees as appropriate
Attends at least 50% of unit staff meetings
Works to create and maintain professional, healthy work environment when representing Bronson in all settings (local, regional or nationally)
Scrub RN Responsibilities
Interprets procedure card, assesses case cart for supplies prior to the scheduled procedure time
Identifies missing equipment and/or supplies and makes arrangements to acquire those supplies
Applies knowledge of operative procedure and physician preferences by anticipating physicians' needs
Observes for overt changes in patient's condition that indicates a problem has emerged
Evaluates and updates case information, i.e., preference cards, broken or misplaced equipment, back‑ordered supplies, and recommended changes in procedure
Remains aware of the proper use of equipment and instruments, and discourages improper use and handling by co‑workers & physicians
Is observant of the changing needs of the operative field and the surgical team, anticipates potential needs, and takes appropriate actions
Acts as the specialist and resource for circulators who may be unfamiliar with positioning devices, specialty equipment, and/or implants needed
Assigned and responsible for after‑hour call on a rotational basis
Ability to perform scrub duties in multiple services; i.e., neuro and ortho STII able to perform spinal fusions in both services
Shift Information
10 Hour Night Shift Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Cost Center: 5700 Surgery (BMH)
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Worksite address
kalamazoo, MI, 49006, US
Who can apply
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