RN Med Surg Ortho
About The Position
The RN provides professional nursing care under the ANA scope of practice, using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge while incorporating patient- and family-centered care principles. Under the direction of the Nurse Leader, the RN delivers quality care according to Corewell Health policies and procedures and recognizes the impact of nursing care and patient/family partnerships on outcomes. The RN partners with patients and families, incorporates their input and goals into the plan of care, develops teaching strategies, and documents education and learning in the health record. The role is based on 5 North, a 28-bed orthopedic unit serving adults with musculoskeletal problems that may require surgical intervention. Care is provided collaboratively by an interdisciplinary team that includes Trauma mid-level providers, physical and occupational therapists, nursing assistants, and case managers. The unit has four telemetry beds and is Joint Commission certified for hip and knee replacement surgery.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing required.
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing required within five years.
- Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
- Graduates from a non-accredited school of nursing must have at least one year of acute care experience or at least two years of experience in a licensed health care role, and must have passed the NCLEX licensure examination.
Nice To Haves
- Specialty certification is highly recommended within two years.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge patients using the nursing process.
- Provide quality nursing care in accordance with Corewell Health policies and procedures and under the direction of the Nurse Leader.
- Partner with patients and families and incorporate their input and goals into care planning.
- Develop patient and family teaching strategies and document education and learning in the health record.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory with offers on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
