RN Bed Management

Spectrum Health; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

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Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a part-time RN for night shift (6:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.), 24 hours per week, at the Southfield Center. You will coordinate bed assignments, prioritize patient placement, and collaborate with physicians and teams to ensure safe, timely patient throughput.

Proficiency with EPIC and leadership responsibilities are expected. The role requires an Associate's Degree in nursing with Michigan RN licensure on hire; a BSN or higher is preferred, with 3 years of relevant acute-care

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor's Degree BSN or higher preferred.
• 3 years of relevant nursing experience preferred.
• Relevant nursing experience within an acute hospital setting, including inpatient adult, pediatrics and critical care, emergency and urgent care.
• Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bed management and patient throughput for inpatient admissions and transfers.
• Prioritize patient placement per hospital policy and infection control requirements.
• Communicate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to facilitate appropriate patient placement.
• Utilize EPIC applications for bed management and escalate barriers through chain of command.
• Demonstrate leadership, mentor peers, and participate in orientation of new staff.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree BSN or higher

Job description

PART TIME - 24 hours / week - NIGHT SHIFT 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Scope of work

Responsible for ensuring the safe, successful and timely coordination of patient throughput associated with Corewell Health East. Supports safe bed assignment and patient flow including, but not limited to, bed assignments for all inpatient admissions (elective, direct, emergent/nonemergent) and inter- and intra- hospital transfer of patients. Prioritizes patient placement per hospital policy and infection control requirements. Utilizes critical thinking within the framework of the nursing process, while incorporating the principles of patient-family centered care. Assists in identifying and resolving operational issues pertinent to patient placement and throughput by collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams. Evaluates and coordinates patient flow processes. Utilize clinical expertise to assess and prioritize patient bed placement and transfers based on urgency of patient's condition and utilization of available beds. Plan, prioritize and direct patient placement requests by evaluating pending discharges, transfers, and bed availability. Communicate with medical staff, clinical and operational teams to facilitate appropriate patient placement. Escalate barriers through established chain of command. Maintain service level commitments by handling calls in a timely manner. Adhere to appropriate standards of practice, policies and procedures. Demonstrate competence in the use of EPIC applications as they pertain to Bed Management. Delegate tasks as indicated for patient placement. Address and work in collaboration with administration to resolve issues arising from increased census and decreased bed availability. Demonstrate leadership in the professional practice setting and is responsible for continuing personal education, mentoring peers and participating in orientation of new staff. Stay up to date with current healthcare trends and initiatives and their impact on clinical decisions pertaining to patient placement. Complete a self-appraisal that includes professional goals annually and completes peer reviews. Actively participate in process improvement initiatives to improve patient safety and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree BSN or higher
• 3 years of relevant experience
• Relevant nursing experience within an acute hospital setting, including but not limited to inpatient adult, pediatrics and critical care, emergency and urgent care.

Required

• Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire required

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.

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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Employment Details

Primary Location SITE - Corewell Health Southfield Center - 26901 Beaumont Blvd

Department Name Mission Control - Diversified East WB Mkt

Employment Type Part time

Shift Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours 24 Hours of Work

Hours 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Days Worked various

Weekend Frequency Every third weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447. People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.