Registered Nurse RN Short Stay

Trinity Health•Brighton, MI

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Brighton Short Stay Unit at Trinity Health Ann Arbor, an 18-bed post-surgical and inpatient observation unit. The unit cares for patients who typically need less than 36 hours of hospital-level care. The team supports recovery after procedures, monitors patients for changes in condition, coordinates tests and consultations, and prepares patients for timely discharge. The position is part-time and works 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, including weekend and holiday coverage.

Requirements

Graduate from a school of nursing that enables the graduate to sit for the NCLEX examination for Registered Nurse licensure.
Current State of Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license.
BLS certification.
Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
Effective January 1, 2013, new hires must have a BSN or agree in writing to obtain a BSN within five years from the date of hire or transfer to an RN role.
Knowledge of nursing theory, practice, and age-specific needs.
Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain collegial relationships with coworkers and therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
Critical-thinking skills necessary to perform the principal duties and responsibilities of the job.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when planning and performing professional nursing care.

Nice To Haves

BSN degree preferred.
Experienced Canadian Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Gather and analyze patient information.
Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise an individualized plan of care.
Use teach-back methodology to educate patients and families.
Actively seek to prevent potential hospital-acquired conditions.
Communicate patient status, priority goals, and interventions during consultations, rounds, and handoffs.
Follow all HIPAA policies and procedures.
Behave in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Values of St. Joseph Mercy Hospitals.