RN Urology Ambulatory

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) at Lakeland Hospital St Joseph in Michigan. You will use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, aligned with ANA standards. The role emphasizes patient advocacy, education and high ethical standards.

The position is full-time with a day shift (7:45 a.m.–5 p.m. / 7:45 a.m.–12 p.m. Fridays); 40 hours weekly, serving the Urology St Joseph – Niles and St Joseph Prof Svcs department.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing is required.
• RN license (STATE_MI) required upon hire.
• BLS certification required (AHA/ARC).

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient and family needs; document care per guidelines.
• Develop and maintain an individualized care plan with patient and family.
• Communicate with health team; triage calls; advocate for patient.
• Initiate discharge planning and facilitate transition to next care.
• Identify and evaluate nursing care outcomes; tailor teaching strategies.
• Provide evidence-based care per plan; adhere to policies and ANA standards.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior and protect privacy of patient data.
• Lead autonomously and support staff; participate in process improvements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Nursing process

Education

Associate's Degree Nursing

Registered Nurse license (MI)

BLS certification

Job description

Scope of Work

As a Nurse with Corewell Health, providing top-notch patient care is paramount. You'll use your critical thinking skills and the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. You'll be responsible for upholding the standards of nursing excellence as described by the ANA, including the code of ethics. You'll be a vital member of our team and strive to achieve the best possible outcomes, making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Assesses and monitors the overall needs of patients / family. Documents nursing care / teaching consistent with documentation guidelines. Ensures that required documentation for activities within areas of responsibility is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Develops / maintains an individualized patient plan of care with the patient and consistent with patient / family changing needs / goals, reflecting the full scope of practice. Delivers care in a manner that is culturally sensitive and preserves patient autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Articulates the professional nursing role to the patient, family and health team members. Communicates with other members of the health care team, including triage of incoming calls, in order to ensure continuity and coordination of care. Acts as a patient / family advocate.
• Initiates patient discharge planning at time of patient contact and facilitates a smooth transition to the next point of service / home.
• Identifies, facilitates, and evaluates outcomes of nursing care for an individual patient or group of patients. Evaluates patients' and family educational needs; develops and implements appropriate teaching strategies or makes appropriate referrals.
• Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the plan of care, guidelines of care, physician orders, and in accordance with health system policies, procedures, and ANA / regulatory standards.
• Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Formulates decisions and actions based on ethical principles, using the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organization data.
• Assumes an autonomous leadership role and delegates appropriately to support staff to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner. Participates in ongoing process improvement activities through the application of clinical paths, QI processes, and other related activities.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Nursing
• LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association or ARC American Red Cross 90 Days

About Corewell Health South – Lakeland Hospitals

The health system comprises threehospitals, an outpatient surgery center, a regional cancer center, rehabilitation centers, two long-term care residences, home care and hospice services, and 34 affiliate physician practice locations. We provide both inpatient and outpatientmedical servicesthroughout Southwest Michigan

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How Corewell Health cares for you

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

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Urology St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Prof Svcs

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Monday to Thursday 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a .m. to 12 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A