Registered Nurse-Night shift, 7p-0730a - Requisition #179870

Oaklawn Hospital • Marshall, MI

108d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients using critical thinking and independent judgment, and all phases of nursing process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. Responsible for the direction and supervision of the nursing patient care team typically made up of Certified Nursing Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurses, and other technicians. Collaborates with own team and other disciplines in the provision of care. Documents patient care, patient condition, reactions and response to treatment in a timely manner and tracks patient progress. May communicate with external agencies to ensure proper placement to identify medical and psychiatric needs and provide phone triage.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a program in nursing.
• Current licensure in the State of Michigan as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association certification.
• Handle with cares within two (2) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year experience as an RN preferred.
• BSN strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Consistently uses an outward mindset and puts forth exemplary effort in accomplishing goals and objectives.
• Conducts initial and ongoing assessments, develops and updates plan of care in collaboration with patient.
• Provides and directs nursing care and evaluates outcomes.
• Assists in collecting vital signs, reviewing lab results, and providing other physical assessments as requested by the psychiatrist.
• Uses technology appropriately including safety standards and measures; follows infection prevention standards.
• Uses evidence based tools, established policies, procedures and standards of care and practice.
• Educates patients and family members and documents accordingly.
• Reports actual or potential occurrences according to hospital procedures.
• Engages in self-assessment, peer review, completes mandatory education and competency assessments.
• Participates in unit based performance improvement activities and staff meetings.
• Behaves in accordance with hospital's mission, vision, values, and Nursing's vision and philosophy.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree