SIH-RN - PERDIEM

Peoplefluent; Ionia (MI); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Sparrow Ionia Hospital in Ionia, MI seeks a Registered Nurse in Perioperative Departments to provide professional nursing care and direct co-workers in implementing care plans to maximize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include assessments, documentation, medication and treatment administration, and on-call coverage. Requires Michigan RN license, BLS, ACLS/PALS preferred, and surgical nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Currently Licensed with the State of Michigan to practice as a Registered Nurse
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
• ACLS and PALS Certification preferred
• Surgical nursing experience preferred
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and staff; basic computer/EMR knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently implements the nursing process in the Peri-Operative department, including OR, endoscopy, pre-op, PACU and post-op
• Performs assessments, monitors patients, and ensures safety and quality of care
• Documents nursing care and interventions in medical records
• Reports on patient status and clinical findings
• Delegates and supervises care plan implementation to LPNs and other staff
• Educates patients/families regarding treatments and care plans
• Responds to emergencies and participates in performance improvement activities

Skills

RN license (MI)

BLS

ACLS/PALS (preferred)

Surgical nursing experience

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Job ID: 55648

Positions Location: Ionia, MI

Description:

General Purpose of Job:

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients in Perioperative Departments. Accepts responsibility for the direction of co-workers in the implementation of the nursing care plan to maximize patient outcomes.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Independently implements the nursing process with patients in the Peri-Operative department. This includes the operating room, the endoscopy room, the pre-operative area, the PACU and the post-operative department. Responsible for carrying out physicians and APP orders regarding diet, medication and treatment.
• Performs assessments, monitors patients, provides appropriate care and patient interventions, and ensures patient safety and quality care through performance improvement activities that demonstrate positive outcomes.
• Reports on physiological and mental health status of patients.
• Documents nursing care and interventions in medical records.
• Distributes and maintains records of controlled drugs and insures their security.
• Maintains records and makes reports as appropriate.
• Makes decisions in patient care and clinical cases.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Delegates, directs, and supervises implementation of care plan to (LPN, PCT, CENA) other health care workers, including PCTs, CENAs.
• Supports the development of self and other associates through mentoring, preceptorship, and peer review.
• Accountable for professional development.
• Educates patients/families regarding treatment, nursing plans and any related patient care issues
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of Peri-Operative equipment and supplies to deliver the highest quality of patient care.
• Required to take additional on-call hours to meet department needs

Job Requirements

General Requirements Currently Licensed with the State of Michigan to practice as a Registered NurseCurrent Basic Life Support for Healthcare ProvidersCurrent ACLS and PALS Certification preferred Work Experience Surgical nursing experience preferred Education Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Specialized Knowledge and Skills Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, other department and hospital staff.Basic computer knowledge and EMR experience preferred

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.

Job Family

Registered Nurses/Nursing Leadership

Requirements:

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level Associate Status Per Diem Facility Sparrow Ionia Hospital Experience Level 4-9 Years