NURSE FELLOW

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

About The Position

This position is an unlicensed healthcare worker who performs delegated routine, predictable patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) in an acute care environment. The Nurse Fellow is accountable for the delivery of safe, compassionate, evidence-based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Key functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific onboarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty.

Requirements

American Heart Association (AHA) BLS within 60 days of hire
None required
High school diploma or equivalency
Transcript of current enrollment in a nursing program.
Nursing Student enrolled in Nursing School with projected graduation date of within one (1) year.
Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
Adheres to UMH Sparrow’s values and standards of behavior (Caring, Innovation, Inclusion, Integrity, & Teamwork).
Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.
Requires ability to organize and prioritize work to complete assignments in a timely and effective manner.
Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations.
Must be computer literate
Interpersonal skills for effective communication
Excellent attendance

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care tasks/duties that have been delegated by the RN.
Assists with patient admissions/transfers/discharges
Performs transportation of patients, lifting support with appropriate lift equipment
Follows directions appropriately in emergency situations; reports observations
Responsible for timely, accurate and concise EPIC documentation
Maintains confidentiality of all patient and hospital related information
Body system assessments
Urinary catheter insertion, irrigation, and removal.
Skin/decubitus care .
Nasogastric tube insertion, irrigation and removal.
Tube feedings
Medication administration
Peripheral IV insertion
Low flow oxygen therapy initiation with nasal cannula and simple mask.
Provides patient education about medications, procedures, plan of care, and discharge instructions
Use/application of devises (Hoyer, Bladder scanner, SCDs, Restraints, Traction, etc.)
Specimen collection
Ostomy/Wound care
Oral/Tracheal suctioning/care
Chest tube set up/care
Central Line dressing changes/discontinuation
Suture/staple removal