Registered Nurse - Medical Neurology - RN

Mayo Clinic; Chatfield (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mayo Clinic in Minnesota is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide coordinated patient care on the Neurology unit (General Care). You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality nursing services across stroke, epilepsy, and general neurology patients.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, patient education, discharge planning, and leadership in clinical practices. Current RN licensure and BLS are required, with ability to work varied shifts and

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nursing program with RN licensure.
• One year RN experience preferred/recommended.
• Current RN license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Flexibility to work days/evenings/nights/weekends as needed.
• Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing care and provide direct patient care.
• Educate patients and families, support transitions of care.
• Lead and participate in team-based care and quality improvement.
• Adapt to varied shifts and complex patient conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer skills

EMR experience

Leadership

Critical thinking

Education

RN licensure

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Location: Domitilla 2D (DO2D), Medical Neurology (General Care)

Patient Care Type: Innovation unit which provides the highest quality care to patients on the stroke/cerebrovascular, epilepsy, and general neurology services. Our unit is part of the Joint Commission certified stroke center at St. Marys Campus. Within the epilepsy practice, patients undergo continuous video EEG monitoring for seizure disorders. General neurology patients present with a variety of acute or chronic health problems, often with multiple comorbidities to be managed. Complex discharge planning is often required to return these patients to the community. General medical and neurosurgical overflow patients may also be cared for on this unit.

Bed #: 39 (8 of these are specialized for epilepsy monitoring)

Nursing Team Roles: The care delivery model is relationship-centered nursing, which is further enhanced through multidisciplinary collaboration. Nursing practice is advanced by neuroscience specialty orientation and curriculum, a portion of the Fundamentals of Critical Care Nursing program, and basic ECG classes. Nurses continue their education by attending neuroscience specialty days and medical specialty nursing conferences.

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). One year of RN experience required.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020, and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

1 year RN experience required.

Additional Qualifications: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.

Internal applicants are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

License and Certification (Must obtain prior to start date):

Current RN license by applicable state requirements.

BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers).

Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

The pay for this role is $43.84-$66.84. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards experience, education, and dedication to the organization. Combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

48-72

Schedule Details

Sunday-Saturday, Variable Days/Evenings/Nights, Variable 8/12 hour shifts

Weekend Schedule

Variable- Every other, every third weekend

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.