Registered Nurse - Endoscopy - 76 hrs/pp - Bronson Methodist Hospital

Bronson Healthcare•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, the unit, and the Michigan Public Health Code, 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. The Endo nurse must reside close enough to the facility to ensure they can arrive on-site and be prepared for a procedure within 60 minutes of being called in. This role requires prolonged standing, the ability to work in a dimly lit environment, and consistent physical activity while maintaining performance standards during procedures. 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.

Requirements

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 8 years from date of hire date to obtain. If, after 8 years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated.
BLS certification required by completion of core orientation
Critical care or ALS may be required for RNs
Current driver's license in the state of Michigan and proof of insurance required for BAH
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

Responsibilities

The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients’ health or the situation.
The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine patient problems or issues
The registered nurse identified expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient
The registered nurse develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
The registered nurse implements the identified plan.
The registered nurse evaluates progress toward attainment of the expected outcomes
The registered nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
The registered nurse attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.
The registered nurse evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statues, rules and regulations.
The registered nurse interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
The registered nurse collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
The registered nurse integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice.
The registered nurse integrates research finding into practice.
The registered nurse considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.
The registered nurse provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
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