Registered Nurse ( RN ) Med / Surg Units Part Time or PRN 12 hours shifts Kalamazoo

Bronson Healthcare • Kalamazoo, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, and in accordance with organizational policies, unit procedures, and the Michigan Public Health Code, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for managing patient care throughout the hospital stay to support quality outcomes and timely discharge. All RNs providing direct patient care must demonstrate competency in caring for the specific population served. Bronson Methodist Hospital, located in Kalamazoo Michigan, is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for inpatient positions. This is a general posting for various inpatient RN positions across several units including: Adult Medical Unit (AMU) which is a 33-bed unit serving stable medical patients with an emphasis on geriatric and a small subset of gynecological surgical patients; Cardiology unit, a 35-bed unit specializing in all aspects of cardiac issues; Extended Medical Care Unit, a 25-bed medical unit for patients with acute care needs requiring an extended length of stay; General Medical Unit, a 29-bed step-down unit caring for oncology, pulmonary, and renal patients; General Surgery Unit (GSU), a 47-bed unit specializing in general, vascular, thoracic, urological, gynecological, and bariatric surgeries; Neurovascular Unit (NVU), a 40-bed medical surgical unit for patients with neurological disorders like Stroke, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis; and Ortho Surgical Unit (OSU), a 24-bed medical surgical unit for orthopedic surgical procedures such as hip fractures and total joint replacements.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required
• If hired on or after December 29, 2013, must obtain BSN within 8 years of hire or employment will be terminated
• Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing in the State of Michigan
• BLS certification required by completion of core orientation
• Unit-specific certifications (e.g., Critical Care, ACLS) may be required based on assignment
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze clinical and electronic data for decision-making
• Effective verbal, written, and electronic communication skills
• Comfortable with repetitive, detail-oriented tasks requiring sustained focus

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage patient care throughout the hospital stay to support quality outcomes and timely discharge.
• Utilize the nursing process—assessment, planning, diagnosis, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals.
• Delegate appropriate tasks to Patient Care Assistants and Universal Service Assistants, based on scope of practice and skill level.
• Provide selected physical care in line with the patient's acuity and complexity of needs.
• Document and communicate patient responses to care, resource use, and anticipated needs during each shift.
• Coordinate, implement, and evaluate patient care across the continuum.
• Collect comprehensive patient health data, assessing physical, developmental, emotional, and cultural needs.
• Analyze data to identify actual or potential health problems and validate findings with patient and/or family.
• Establish individualized patient outcomes using clinical pathways and teaching records.
• Involve patients and families in planning care and integrate input from the healthcare team.
• Coordinate discharge planning.
• Perform and delegate interventions according to the plan of care.
• Administer medications and treatments per policy and procedure.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort.
• Educate patients and families based on their specific needs.
• Supervise and evaluate care delegated to support staff.
• Assess patient responses to interventions and modify care plans as needed to support desired outcomes.
• Document patient progress and resource usage.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and use data to enhance care delivery and nursing practice.
• Maintain clinical competence through continuing education, peer reviews, and self-evaluation.
• Uphold professional standards, laws, and regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
• Advocate for patient rights, dignity, and autonomy.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate cultural competence.
• Incorporate evidence-based practice and research into clinical care.
• Engage in research activities as appropriate to education level.
• Assign and delegate based on patient needs and staff competencies.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options and care decisions.
• Attend at least 50% of unit staff meetings.
• Actively participate in councils, committees, and professional events representing Bronson.
• Promote a healthy, respectful, and professional work environment.

Benefits

• Day 1 health benefits – no waiting period!
• Competitive pay with opportunities for growth and advancement
• Generous PTO accrual to support work-life balance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement to further your education
• Wellness benefits to support your overall health
• Sign-On Bonuses Available! Up to $5,000 for RNs with less than 1 year of experience
• Sign-On Bonuses Available! Up to $10,000 for experienced RNs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree