Registered Nurse RN Medical PCU

Position Purpose

The 9E Progressive Care Unit: Pulmonary disease, renal disease, DM, Chemical dependency, and multi-system organ diseases in a progressive care setting. Shifts Available: - Rotating Schedule includes Day, Evening, and Night Shifts

Required Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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.
• Aktively seeks to prevent potential hospital acquired infections.
• 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.