RN Outpatient Observation

Fairview Health Services • Edina, MN

4d

About The Position

This fast-paced department serves many different patient populations. Patients are managed by hospitalists, surgeons, and interventionists, with other specialties consulted as needed. The team emphasizes collaboration among all members and holds daily huddles with RNs, physicians, Social Work, and PT/OT to align on patient goals. Care is patient-centered, with Bedside Shift Report, Care Boards to support communication, and a focus on answering call lights promptly. The department aims to provide safe and effective care in the shortest amount of time.

The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, delivers, and evaluates nursing care for assigned patient populations in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, professional practice guidelines, and the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act. The RN coordinates care with the health care team and delegates responsibilities as appropriate.

This position is scheduled for 64 hours every two weeks on night shift, from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., in 8-hour shifts. It includes every other weekend, Friday through Sunday.

Requirements

• Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• One year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and identify expected nursing outcomes.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and other health team members to develop a nursing plan as part of an integrated, comprehensive plan of care.
• Develop individualized plans based on age, social and cultural considerations, condition, and other relevant needs.
• Evaluate care, patient responses to interventions, and expected outcomes.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, and health team members within and across care settings to promote partnership-based health care.
• Advance care by utilizing standards, guidelines, care pathways, and continuous improvement to enhance patient outcomes.
• Promote a culture of evidence-based practice (EBP).
• Coordinate care with members of the health care team and delegate responsibilities as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed