Provides quality patient-centered care for individuals with complex medical co-morbidities requiring vigilant monitoring and timely clinical interventions. Develops and implements individualized care plans while serving as a clinical resource for the unit team.
Requirements summary
Requires a current Michigan Registered Nurse license and graduation from an accredited nursing program. A BSN degree is preferred, and new hires must agree to obtain one within five years.
Purpose: The Saint Joseph Mercy Health System 6 North Medical PCU (Progressive Care Unit) is a 10-bed unit that provides services to patients with complex medical co morbidities that require vigilant monitoring, thoughtful assessment and timely clinical interventions to achieve their treatment goals. Pulmonary disease and sepsis are commonly seen along with complications from diabetes, cardiac disease, and diabetes. Many of our patients are transferred from the neighboring MICU. We are the only intermediate care unit that cares for patients on mechanical ventilators. General Summary Provides quality patient centered care considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs through competent clinical practice and application of the nursing process. Consistently integrates concepts of relationship based care into practice. Serves as a clinical and educational resource to others on the unit. Assumes accountability for nursing care of designated patients. Demonstrates unit/area-designated competencies.
Shifts
Available: 36 hours per week, 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Holiday and
Weekend
Rotation
Required
Qualifications: Education Graduation from a school of nursing that results in the ability of the graduate to sit for the NCLEX exam to become licensed as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. Licensure · Current State of Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) License. · BLS. ·
ACLS required for the following departments : Float Pool, Cardiac/Cath Lab, AICU, Emergency Experience Experienced Canadian Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply Graduation from accredited nursing program. Effective January 1, 2013 all new hires must have a BSN degree or must agree in writing to obtain their BSN within five (5) years from date of hire or transfer to an RN role. Knowledge of nursing theory, practice and age specific needs Interpersonal skills necessary to initiate and maintain collegial relationships with coworkers and therapeutic relationships with patients and families. Critical thinking skills necessary to perform principal duties and responsibilities of job description. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when planning and performing professional nursing care
Benefits
Life Insurance
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
DailyPay
Retirement Savings Plan
Total
Rewards and
Benefits: · Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY · Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods. · Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability · Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions · Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health ·
Tuition
Reimbursement
What you will do: Gathers and analyzes patient information Develops, implements, evaluates and revises an individualized plan of care Uses teach back methodology to educate patient and family Actively seeks to prevent potential hospital acquired Effectively communicates patient status, priority goals and interventions during consultations, rounds and handoffs Follows all HIPAA policies and procedures Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Joseph Mercy Hospitals Click Here to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Michigan Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
