RN - REGIONAL NEONATAL ICU 5N

Peoplefluent; Lansing (MI); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The RN in the NICU at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow provides professional nursing services guided by the Transformation Model for the Professional Practice of Nursing. The role includes directing co-workers in implementing the care plan to maximize patient outcomes in a 33-bed level III neonatal unit.

Requires current Michigan RN license and BLS within 60 days of hire; BSN is preferred. Strong assessment, communication, collaboration, and adherence to ANA standards are essential for

Formación

• Must hold a current Michigan RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and coordinate nursing care per established plan.
• Assess patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing/medical care.
• Develop and update individualized care plans with input from patient and care team.
• Document assessments, plans, care given, and patient responses.
• Educate patient and family using mutual participation model.
• Participate in quality improvement activities within the department.

Conocimientos

Clinical knowledge and critical think

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Educación

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Descripción del empleo

The RN provides professional nursing services guided by the Transformation Model for the Professional Practice of Nursing. Accepts responsibility for the direction of co-workers in the implementation of the nursing care plan to maximize patient outcomes. A brief summary of the major duties and responsibilities of the Caregiver.

• Leadership-
• Empowered to coordinate clinical patient activities in the absence of Department Manager or Assistant Department Manager.
• Participates in shared decision making.
• Care Delivery System-
• Assesses patient condition and initiates appropriate nursing and/or medical care in accordance with established guidelines and evidence-based practice.
• Develops and updates an individualized, plan of care based on the assessment of the patient in congruence with the medical diagnosis and treatment plan. Collaborates with patient and their available resources.
• Implements purposeful plan of care, reflecting the uniqueness of each patient.
• Evaluates patient outcomes and response to care, revising plan as needed. Documents assessment, plan, all care given and patient response in the patient record.
• Educates patient/family according to assessed need using mutual participation model.
• Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of quality improvement activities within department, health system and/or community.
• Performs nursing activities in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures, Michigan Public Health Code and ANA Scope & Standards of Practice.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of unit-specific equipment and appropriate supplies used to deliver the highest quality patient care.
• Provides a safe environment for patient, family, and all other caregivers.
• Professional Growth-
• Supports the development of self and other Associates and students through mentoring, preceptorship and peer review.
• Utilizes current evidence and research in practice.
• Communicates appropriate significant information and changes in patient’s condition to members of the health care team.
• Develops and maintains a professional relationship with members of the health care team, the patient and the patient's family.
• Delegates, directs and supervises implementation of care plan to LPN, PCT, or other health care workers.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements License / Certification:

• Current Michigan license as a Registered Nurse
• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire.

Work Experience Experience:

• Clinical knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to deliver quality patient care.

Education Education:

• Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
• BSN Preferred

Specialized Knowledge and Skills Skills & Abilities:

• Interpersonal skills for effective communication.
• Computer literate

Department Description: The RNICU is a 33-bed level III unit that provides intensive treatment through continuing care to neonates including advanced respiratory care, high frequency ventilation and Nitric Oxide. An all RN staff provides care with an emphasis on developmentally appropriate nursing activities. The unit is the regional center and provides transport services by a nurse led team to five counties in Mid-Michigan. Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists and Lactation Consultants provide advanced practice nursing. A shared decision-making model provides numerous opportunities for nurses to contribute to the direction and operation of the RNICU.

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.