Graduate Nurse ( GN ) Bronson Healthcare Group - Inpatient Opportunities

Bronson Healthcare•Kalamazoo, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting includes all inpatient Graduate Nurse opportunities across Bronson, giving you the chance to explore a variety of units and specialty areas with one application. Located in the heart of Kalamazoo, Bronson Methodist Hospital is a regional medical center, children's hospital, and the region's only Level I Trauma Center. As a Graduate Nurse, you'll have the opportunity to learn alongside some of the area's most experienced nurses while caring for patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs. Bronson Methodist Hospital is nationally recognized for clinical excellence and was named one of America's 250 Best Hospitals for 2025 by Healthgrades, placing it among the top 5% of hospitals nationwide. As a Graduate Nurse, you'll be supported by experienced nurses, leaders, and educators as you transition from nursing school to practice. Whether you're preparing for the NCLEX or getting ready for your first nursing role, we're here to help you build confidence and grow your career. After you apply, a Nursing Talent Advisor will reach out to learn more about your interests and discuss inpatient opportunities that may be a good fit for you. Apply today to begin your nursing career with Bronson.

Requirements

Associate’s degree, Diploma, or a BS or BSN from an approved or accredited Nursing Program prior to employment required
Evidence of graduation from an accredited or approved School of Nursing. Proof may be by a transcript that shows/states completion of nursing program, or a letter from the Director of the nursing program that states candidate has completed a nursing program and is qualified to take boards.
Upon successful completion of NCLEX and obtainment of RN license, candidate will be moved into a Registered Nurse position. Please note: Successful completion of NCLEX is required within 8 weeks of graduation.
BLS certification required by completion of core orientation
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 and in writing

Responsibilities

Under direct RN supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, unit and the Nurse Practice Act, follows the professional nurse core orientation pathway and participates in managing the care delivery for patients in the hospital throughout the length of stay to achieve quality outcomes and timely discharge by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, 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 support 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.
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.
Develops a plan of care for assigned patients, based upon assessment.
Manages care plan for assigned patients by organizing and delegating therapeutic patient care interventions to be implemented and evaluating effectiveness of care given by self and others.
Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to assess condition of patient and detect deviations from normal.
Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, implements appropriate interventions and/or notifies supervisor or Physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques and policies.
Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.
Prepares equipment and aids Physician during treatment and examination of patient.
Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient.
Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.
Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
Manages discharge planning and preparation for assigned patients.
Manages personal, unit, and hospital resources effectively
Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, including self-audits of patient care and pathway documentation.
Demonstrates responsibility for professional development by following & documenting of New Grad Pathway, as well as NCLEX preparation.
Develops and provides a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department.
Demonstrates ability to function effectively in role of PCA until NCLEX success and COS to RN.