Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - RN - Various Shifts

Mayo Clinic•Phoenix, AZ

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Specialists in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Mayo Clinic Phoenix treat a variety of life-threatening illnesses. We are a Magnet accredited hospital that is also a Comprehensive Stroke Center with the availability of a Cath Lab 24/7. Staffed by board-certified physicians, registered nurses, Emergency Medical Technicians, dedicated ED pharmacists, RN case managers and social workers, and other specially trained staff, that are accessible to treat anyone seeking emergency care. Mayo Clinic Arizona’s Emergency Department treats a growing number of patients each year. As the surrounding communities continue to expand, the department is outfitted with advanced, innovative patient‑care equipment that empowers staff to deliver the highest quality of care. The 56 bed emergency department is equipped with: 4 major medical rooms, 4 mental health rooms with garage doors for patient safety, one highly infectious room, Safe Baby Haven, and a large staff breakroom with an attached patio. The design is modern and clean with natural light.

Requirements

Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program recognized by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA. If not, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is required.
For entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after: documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.
For entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020: documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Experience working in a team environment.
Computer skills required.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call.
Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.
Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
1 year ED or ICU experience required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education, and transitions of care.
Support professional nursing practice across practice settings and the continuum of care.
Plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate all phases of nursing care for assigned patients.
Provide leadership through preceptor roles, informal and formal leadership, and quality improvement efforts.
Delegate patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and resource availability.
Mentor and teach patients and families.
Participate on committees or projects.
Drive personal vehicle as part of role responsibilities (for a subset of employees).