RN-Perioperative Care Unit | UMH-Sparrow Lansing

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN provides professional nursing services guided by the Transformation Model for the Professional Practice of Nursing. The RN accepts responsibility for directing co-workers in implementing the nursing care plan to maximize patient outcomes. The position is located at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan, and is listed as part-time, benefit eligible, at 24 hours per week, with a day shift from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The RN coordinates clinical patient activities in the absence of the Department Manager or Assistant Department Manager and participates in shared decision-making. The RN assesses patients, develops and implements individualized plans of care, evaluates outcomes, documents care, educates patients and families, and collaborates with the health care team. The role also includes participating in quality improvement, maintaining a safe care environment, supporting professional development, using current evidence in practice, and delegating and supervising care provided by other health care workers.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing.
Current Michigan license as a Registered Nurse.
Basic Life Support certification within 60 days of hire.
Clinical knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to deliver quality patient care.
Interpersonal skills for effective communication.
Computer literacy.
Experience level listed as 4–9 years.

Responsibilities

Coordinate clinical patient activities in the absence of the Department Manager or Assistant Department Manager.
Participate in shared decision-making.
Assess patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing and/or medical care in accordance with established guidelines and evidence-based practice.
Develop and update an individualized plan of care in alignment with the patient's medical diagnosis and treatment plan, collaborating with the patient and available resources.
Implement a purposeful plan of care that reflects each patient's individual needs.
Evaluate patient outcomes and response to care, revising the plan as needed.
Document assessments, plans, care provided, and patient responses in the patient record.
Educate patients and families according to assessed needs using a mutual participation model.
Participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating quality improvement activities within the department, health system, and/or community.
Perform nursing activities in accordance with hospital policies and procedures, the Michigan Public Health Code, and ANA Scope & Standards of Practice.
Demonstrate knowledge and appropriate use of unit-specific equipment and supplies.
Provide a safe environment for patients, families, and caregivers.
Support the development of associates and students through mentoring, preceptorship, and peer review.
Maintain accountability for professional development and utilize current evidence and research in practice.
Communicate significant information and changes in patient condition to the health care team.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with health care team members, patients, and patients' families.
Delegate, direct, and supervise implementation of the care plan by LPNs, PCTs, or other health care workers.
Perform additional duties as assigned.