GDN-NICU

Hurley•Flint, MI

About The Position

Has authority and responsibility for managing nursing care and services for a specified group of patients. Uses professional judgment to perform ongoing observations, assessments, and nursing actions in response to identified patient needs. Complies with applicable safety and infection-control standards and participates in quality assessment and continuous quality-improvement activities. Performs job duties courteously and in a customer-focused manner according to the Hurley Family Standards of Behavior. Works under the direct supervision of a Manager or designee, who assigns areas of responsibility and reviews results for compliance with established standards. May direct and coordinate the work of professional and ancillary personnel providing nursing care to patients. The position is in the NICU.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing.
Obtain BLS certification upon starting the position and maintain certification according to AHA guidelines.
Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice.
Clinical competence in applying nursing techniques to specific needs.
Current Michigan licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Ability to establish and maintain effective, harmonious working relationships with patients, families, team members, physicians, and support staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the site area is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete initial nursing assessments in accordance with hospital policy; plan and implement written individual nursing care plans based on assessments; and update and maintain care plans as appropriate.
Provide or direct nursing techniques for patient comfort and well-being, including bathing, feeding, and oral hygiene.
Instruct patients about treatment plans to reduce apprehension associated with hospitalization and educate them on steps to achieve and maintain optimal health.
Make regular rounds of assigned patients; observe, record, evaluate, and report symptoms, vital signs, and responses to treatment or medications; and take appropriate follow-up action.
Maintain accurate narcotic administration records and administer intravenous and other medications and blood transfusions.
Assist with patient disposition planning, including discharge planning and patient or family training.
Maintain professional skills related to the area of practice.
Assess patients’ ongoing continuum-of-care needs.
Assist with orientation of unit personnel and students.
Participate in interpreting, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures related to patient care delivery and unit operations.
Use computer and information systems to input or retrieve information.
Practice within the Michigan State Nurse Practice Act.
Use effective judgment and respond competently to the unique needs of the patient age groups served, providing treatment when appropriate.
Perform other related duties as required and use improvements or technology related to the job assignment.