Registered Nurse - Acute Care of the Elderly - 36 Hours - Night Shift

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Acute Care of the Elderly Department. This full-time position offers a competitive sign-on bonus and the chance to work in a supportive environment focused on geriatric care. With a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and their families. Join a team that values collaboration and professional growth as you provide essential nursing care and coordinate patient needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly patients, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Full Time Benefit Eligible

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license required at time of hire.
• BLS Provider certification needed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and implement patient care plans.
• Monitor patient conditions and coordinate care with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Diploma from an accredited nursing school

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE - ACUTE CARE OF THE ELDERLY DEPARTMENT - 36 HOURS - DAY SHIFT

Sign On Bonus $7,500

Full Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: Days, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, Rotating every other weekend

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Unit Description:

Henry Ford St John Hospital’s 4 East Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE) unit is a 24-bed unit specializing in geriatric care as well as some stroke cases of all ages. Our nurses have a typical patient ratio of 5:1, and the support of Licensed Practical Nurses, Nurse Interns, and Patient Care Technicians on a daily basis. We operate with a team mentality and enjoy building relationships with our patients throughout their stay (typically a minimum of 3 days). We welcome candidates of all educational backgrounds and experiences and ensure that you are trained to be successful in this environment. Come join our team!

1. Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.
2. Implement and monitor patient care plans.
3. Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
4. Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
5. Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
6. Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

1. Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES REQUIRED:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
2. Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital
• Department: 4 East ACE Unit
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable