RN Med Surg Ortho

Corewell Health; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health in Dearborn seeks a registered nurse for the 5N Med-Surg Care Unit. The RN uses the nursing process to provide patient-centered care, plans and discharges, and partners with a multidisciplinary team in a Level II trauma environment.

Full-time, night shift (7:30pm–8:00am) 36 hours weekly, with every-other weekend. Requires an ADN, MI RN license, and BLS on hire; a Bachelor's degree must be completed within 5 years; specialty certification encouraged within 2 years.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing required.
• Bachelor’s in Nursing must be completed within 5 years.
• MI Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Specialty certification encouraged within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge patients.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families; document education in health records.

Skills

Nursing process

BLS certification

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree within 5 years

Job description

About The Unit

5 North is a twenty-eight-bed orthopedic unit which focuses on the adult patient with musculoskeletal problems that may potentially need surgical intervention. Collaborative 24-hour patient care is provided within an effective interdisciplinary care team including Trauma mid-level providers, physical and occupational therapists, nursing assistants and case managers. The unit has the capability of 4 telemetry beds. The unit is Joint Commission certified for hip and knee replacement surgery.

About Dearborn Hospital

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Top 10 Hospitals” in Michigan, this major teaching and research hospital has been advancing care since 1953. It is a Level II trauma center and has been recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in the fields of orthopedics, neurosciences, women’s health, heart & vascular, and cancer care.

Scope of Work

The RN, under the ANA scope of practice utilizes the framework of the nursing process to provide professional nursing care by incorporating patient-family centered care principles to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge. The RN provides quality patient care under the direction of the Nurse Leader according to Corewell Health policies and procedures and recognizes the impact of nursing care and patient/family partnerships on patient outcomes. The RN partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care and develops teaching strategies for patient/family; documents education and learning appropriately in health record.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing Required
• Bachelors in Nursing Required within 5 years
• Graduates from a non-accredited school of nursing must have at least one year of acute care experience or at least two years of experience in a licensed health care role and must have successfully passed the NCLEX licensure examination.
• MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required upon hire
• Specialty Certification highly recommended within 2 years

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• 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

Primary Location

SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn

Department Name

Med Surg Care Unit 5N - Dearborn Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

7:30pm to < 8:00am

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other 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.