Registered Nurse - Department of Surgery, Plastics - RN

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The registered nurse (RN) coordinates nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across care settings and throughout the continuum of care to meet patient and family needs. Within Mayo Clinic’s Nursing Professional Practice Model, the RN plans, implements, evaluates, and communicates all phases of nursing care for assigned patients, guided by the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice. The RN provides leadership through precepting, formal and informal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and resource availability. The role calls for strong communication, mentoring, and teaching skills; participation on committees or projects may also be expected. Some employees may need to drive a personal vehicle as part of their duties. The role is eligible for TN sponsorship.

Requirements

• Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program recognized by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA. Graduates of non-accredited nursing programs must have at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic.
• Entry-level associate degree RNs starting on or after April 1, 2020, must provide documented evidence of completing a baccalaureate nursing degree from an accredited program within five years from the last day of the month of their RN start date.
• Entry-level associate degree RNs who started before April 1, 2020, must provide documented evidence of completing a baccalaureate nursing degree as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at hire.
• Current RN license as required by applicable state requirements.
• Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, valid for at least 90 days from the start date, subject to the stated role- and work-area-specific exceptions.
• Additional state licensure, specialty certification, or training as required by the work area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, potentially including days, evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations in the work setting.
• Demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and excellent critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of current LPN experience at Mayo Clinic.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Plastic surgery experience.
• Previous ambulatory experience.
• Prior experience with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate all phases of nursing care for assigned patients.
• Support professional nursing practice across settings and throughout the continuum of care.
• Provide leadership through precepting, formal and informal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts.
• Delegate patient care based on skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and resource availability.
• Mentor and teach, communicate effectively, and potentially participate on committees or projects.
• Drive a personal vehicle if required by the employee’s assigned role.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSA pre-tax savings options for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Competitive compensation.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level