Registered Nurse ( RN ) General Medical Unit

Bronson Healthcare; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health Benefits

Competitive Pay

Enhanced Night Shift Differential

Generous PTO Accrual

403(b) Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Sign-On Bonus up to $20,000

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the General Medical Unit (GMU) at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Michigan. The GMU is a 29-bed stepdown unit providing care to oncology, pulmonary and renal patients, with opportunities to develop specialized skills and competencies.

You will participate in high-quality patient care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to care planning and discharge processes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred and must be obtained within 8 years of hire.
• Licensed RN in good standing in Michigan is required.
• BSN must be obtained within 8 years if hired without one.
• BLS certification is required by completion of core orientation.
• Critical care or ALS certifications may be required for some RNs.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, diagnosis, implementation and evaluation.
• Coordinate care with other professionals and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Document patient responses, resource use and outcomes.
• Deliver age-appropriate care with attention to safety, comfort and autonomy.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and maintain professional standards.
• Support discharge planning and patient/family education.

Skills

Nursing

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Licensed Registered Nurse in Michigan

Job description

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Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.

If you9re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Registered Nurse ( RN ) General Medical Unit

Looking for a nursing career where you can continue to learn, grow, and make a difference every day? The General Medical Unit (GMU) at Bronson Methodist Hospital is looking for compassionate Registered Nurses to join our team.

Why Bronson?

Day 1 Health Benefits

Competitive Pay

Enhanced Night Shift Differential

Generous PTO Accrual

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement

Sign-On Bonuses Available

Up to $10,000 for RNs with less than 1 year of experience

Up to $20,000 for experienced RNs

Bonus amounts vary based on unit, shift, and approved hours.

General Medical Unit (GMU) is a 29-bed stepdown unit caring for a variety of medical patients, including oncology, pulmonary, and renal populations. Patients on this unit may require dialysis, chemotherapy, or insulin infusions, giving nurses the opportunity to develop competency in a variety of specialized treatments and clinical skills.

GMU is a fast-paced environment where you9ll continuously learn and grow as a nurse. Teamwork is a key part of the unit9s success, with staff working closely together to provide high-quality patient care and support one another every day.

Whether you9re looking to strengthen your clinical expertise or gain experience caring for complex medical patients, GMU offers a rewarding and collaborative environment.

Apply today and a Nursing Talent Advisor will reach out to discuss the opportunity and your scheduling preferences.

Under general supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, the unit, and the Michigan Public Health Code, the registered nurse manages the care delivery for patients in the organization throughout the length of stay to achieve quality outcomes and timely discharge by the following: utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, diagnosing, implementation and evaluation; coordinating the care provided by other professionals; delegating selected acts, tasks or functions that fall within the scope of professional nursing practice and the abilities of patient care assistants and universal service assistants; providing selected aspects of physical care within the scope of professional nursing practice as appropriate given the patient9s level of acuity and complexity of care required; and documenting and communicating during each tour of duty the patient9s response to care provided, consumption of resources and anticipated needs. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Associate's degree in Nursing required

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred, must obtain within 8 years of hire

Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the state of Michigan

As of December 29, 2013, any nurse hired by Bronson who does not hold a BSN (or higher nursing degree) will be given 8 years from date of hire date to obtain. If, after 8 years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated.

BLS certification required by completion of core orientation

Critical care or ALS as well as other certifications may be required for some RNs, unit specific

Standards Of Practice

• The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients9 health or the situation.
• Assesses the patient9s physical and developmental needs
• Analyzes assessment data to identify appropriate patient needs
• Documents nursing history and age appropriate physical/emotional needs/strengths for assigned patients
• Reviews vital signs to assess condition of patient and detect deviations from normal.
• The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine patient problems or issues
• Uses the assessment data to identify patient problems
• Confirms problems with patient and family when appropriate
• Documents the expected outcomes and plan of care related to the problems through use of the clinical pathway and outcome teaching record
• The registered nurse identified expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient
• Utilizes the patient/family input when defining outcomes. Incorporates the patient values, ethical and cultural considerations.
• Coordinates discharge planning for outcomes not achieved utilizing the continuum of care available.
• The registered nurse develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
• Incorporates clinical pathways into the plan when appropriate
• Develops individualized interventions with patient input when appropriate
• Considers data from other members of the healthcare team when developing the plan of care
• The registered nurse implements the identified plan.
• Implements appropriate interventions.
• Administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques and polices.
• Utilizes evidence-based interventions specific to the patients plan
• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of the patient.
• Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, and coordinates the implementation of the plan.
• Manages the care plan for patients by organizing and delegation patient care interventions to be implemented. Evaluates the effectiveness of care given by self and others.
• The registered nurse evaluates progress toward attainment of the expected outcomes
• Evaluates the effectiveness of the planned interventions and the patient response toward achievement of the expected outcomes.
• Documents the patient response toward the expected outcomes.
  
  

Standards Of Professional Performance

• The registered nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
• Participates in quality improvement activities
• Uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice.
• The registered nurse attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities related to appropriate knowledge and professional issues.
• Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competency and continued ongoing educational activities.
• The registered nurse evaluates one9s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statues, rules and regulations.
• Provides age appropriate care in a culturally and ethnically sensitive manner.
• Participates in self-evaluation, identifying areas of strengths as well as areas benefiting from professional development.
• Participates in systematic peer review as appropriate.
• The registered nurse interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
• Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues
• Maintains compassionate and caring relationships with peers and colleagues
• Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment.
• The registered nurse collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
• Partners with the multiple health disciplines to effect change and generate positive outcomes for the patient and family, based on the plan of care.
• The registered nurse integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice.
• Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity, confidentiality and rights.
• Demonstrates a commitment to connecting with self and others through relationship centered care giving.
• Serves as a patient advocate
• The registered nurse integrates research finding into practice.
• Uses research to improve the health of patients and the practice environment.
• Participates in the various levels of research based on their level of education. Such activities may include: identifying clinical problems, participating in data collection, participating in the research committee, sharing research activities/finding with others, conducting research, analyzing data and trends of nursing practice to develop changes in nursing practice and utilizes evidence based practice in the development of policies, procedures and standards of practice in patient care.
• The registered nurse considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.
• Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs and condition of the patient, potential for harm, complexity of the nursing activity, required problem solving and innovation, predictability of outcome, extent of patient interaction
• Assists the patient and family in becoming informed consumers about the options, costs, risks and benefits of treatments and care.
• The registered nurse provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.
• Participated in nursing councils, hospital and unit based committees as appropriate.
• Attends at least 50% of unit staff meetings
• Works to create and maintain professional, healthy work environment when representing Bronson in all settings (local, regional or nationally)
  
  

Shift

Variable

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Cost Center

6420 General Medical Unit (BMH)

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