ASPN II- Mother/Baby

Highland Hospital•Rochester Hills, MI

3d•$40 - $51

About The Position

Provides professional nursing services for patients and their families and/or for the nursing department. Collaborates with other health care providers and health care team members to achieve expected patient outcomes and improve the care environment. Uses the nursing process and evidence-based practice to coordinate and provide direct care and services that support care. The role is performed within five core performance domains: Clinical Practice; Service Excellence; Professional Development and Professional Communication and Behaviors; Research and Evidence Based Practice; and Organization Contributions. The Level II Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Nurse Manager, is accountable for providing competent patient care based on established standards and the nursing process. The nurse may assume expanded unit roles, as available and assigned by the Nurse Manager, such as charge nurse or preceptor. The Level II nurse supports peers in delivering patient care, uses appropriate team communication methods, and provides care reflecting patient condition and priorities. The nurse supports team problem solving, identifies opportunities for self-growth, contributes to the development of other learners, and contributes to a safe unit environment and operations.

Requirements

Minimum six months of RN experience at the time of initial hire.
Licensed by New York State to practice as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR certification: American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing services to patients and their families and/or the nursing department.
Collaborate with health care providers and team members to achieve expected patient outcomes and improve the care environment.
Use the nursing process and evidence-based practice to coordinate and provide direct care and services.
Provide competent patient care based on established standards and the nursing process.
Support peers in the delivery of patient care and use appropriate team communication methods.
Provide care that reflects patient condition and priorities.
Support team problem solving.
Identify opportunities for self-growth and contribute to the development of other learners.
Contribute to a safe unit environment and operations.
Assume expanded unit roles, such as charge nurse or preceptor, when available and assigned by the Nurse Manager.