Registered Nurse - Surgical PCU - RN

Mayo Clinic Health System•Phoenix, AZ

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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. 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. Description of Surgical Progressive Care Unit Mayo Clinic Arizona's Progressive Care is a high acuity 24 bed unit that includes hemodynamic monitoring to a diverse patient population. As a Magnet Facility, we have great resources to allow our nurses to deliver unparalleled care. We care for patients on High-Flow, BiPAP, titratable drips, and/or require intensive monitoring and interventions. We frequently care for the following patient populations: Neurosurgery Neurology/Comprehensive Stroke Vascular Surgery ENT/Plastics- FLAP reconstruction Internal Medicine: DKA, Sepsis, GI bleeds, Covid Hepatology Solid Organ Transplant General/Colo-rectal Surgery Success Profile: What makes a successful RN on the Progressive Care Unit at Mayo? Check out the traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix: Respect Integrity Compassionate Healing Teamwork Innovative Resilient Effective Communicator Positive Patient Advocate Career Path: We offer many career paths to support your immediate and future success: Nursing Certifications High Acuity Fellowship Nursing Conferences Continuing Education Career Investment Program Hospital Subcommittees

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.
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.
Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
ACLS/BLS required upon hire date and does not expire within 90 days of hire date.
Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
Internal applicants currently employed by Mayo Clinic are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals. If less than three completed, please attach as many as are available.

Nice To Haves

Progressive or Intermediate Care experience preferred.
BSN or MSN preferred.
One year RN experience within the last five years preferred.

Responsibilities

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 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.