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University Of Michigan Sparrow - Clinton County RN-Emergency Department in Lansing, Michigan
RN-Emergency Department
UMH-Sparrow Clinton Hospital is currently hiring a Full-Time, Night Shift Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department.
Positions Location: St. Johns, MI
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 for eligible applicants
General Purpose of Job:
The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing services both direct and indirect for the care and treatment of pediatric through geriatric patients. The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individual patient care in a nursing department according to Nursing Services policies, procedures and standards of care. Accepts responsibility for the supervision and direction of co-workers in the implementation of the nursing care plan.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
Triages patients in accordance with hospital policy and procedure. Assesses patient condition and initiates nursing and or medical care in accordance with established guidelines. Develops, implements, and evaluates a plan of care based upon the assessment of the patient and documents accurately in the medical record. Engages in patient/family teaching, as appropriate. Acts as liaison between members of the health care team, patient and patient's family, exemplifying the customer service standards Reports pertinent data of patient to conditions to physician, Manager, House Supervisor and other medical staff as appropriate. Administers medications, performs diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Maintains equipment, supplies and environmental safety. Maintains professional standards and knowledge of current trends in nursing by participation in meetings and attendance at mandatory inservices. Floats to other units as assigned.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to patient served in service area (newborn to geriatric). The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training or experience. Clinical knowledge and analytic ability necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans and interventions. Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Job Requirements General Requirements
• Current Michigan license to practice as a Registered nurse. • BLS Certification upon hire through the American Heart Association. • ACLS Certification within six months of hire through the American Heart Association. • Cardiac Arrhythmia Interpretation. • Preferred - TNCC or equivalent within 1-2 years of hire.
Work Experience
• Basic computer knowledge. • Preferred
One year nursing experience. One year ER experience. Pediatric Life Support course within 1-2 years of hire.
Education
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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