Registered Nurse - Medical Neurology - RN

Mayo Clinic Health System•Rochester, MN

42d•$43 - $66

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. This position is open to experienced nurses and new grad nurses. Location: Domitilla 2D (DO2D), Medical Neurology (General Care) Patient Care Type: Innovation unit which provides the highest quality care to patients on the stroke/cerebrovascular, epilepsy, and general neurology services. Our unit is part of the Joint Commission certified stroke center at St. Marys Campus. Within the epilepsy practice, patients undergo continuous video EEG monitoring for seizure disorders. General neurology patients present with a variety of acute or chronic health problems, often with multiple comorbidities to be managed. Complex discharge planning is often required to return these patients to the community. General medical and neurosurgical overflow patients may also be cared for on this unit. Bed #: 39 (8 of these are specialized for epilepsy monitoring) Nursing Team Roles: The care delivery model is relationship-centered nursing, which is further enhanced through multidisciplinary collaboration. Nursing practice is advanced by neuroscience specialty orientation and curriculum, a portion of the Fundamentals of Critical Care Nursing program, and basic ECG classes. Nurses continue their education by attending neuroscience specialty days and medical specialty nursing conferences. For new grad nurses: All newly graduated Registered Nurses with less than 12 months of practice experience, hired into a scheduled FTE Registered Nurse position on the Rochester campus of Mayo Clinic are automatically enrolled in the Nurse Residency Program. A separate application or enrollment process is not required. All nurses new to Mayo Clinic, regardless of experience, will receive an extensive orientation program. 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. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Requirements

Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is required.
All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide 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.
All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide 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.
Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
Basic Cardiac Life Support for healthcare providers- BCLS - certificate of course completion required and must not expire within 3 months after start date. A scanned copy of the certificate of completion or transcripts, including your full name, must be attached to your profile to be considered.

Nice To Haves

One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of current LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Experience working in a team environment.
Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.
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.
Internal applicants should attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Responsibilities

Coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care.
Supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family.
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.
Provide leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts.
Delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources.
Possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects.