Registered Nurse - Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Contingent I - Rotating shift

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team on a 20-bed Surgical Step-Down/Cardiac Telemetry Unit. This unit specializes in providing care for patients transitioning from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to a lower level of monitoring. Patients in this unit typically require advanced nursing interventions and continuous cardiac monitoring as they progress toward discharge.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care:

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care for surgical and cardiac patients.
  • Perform continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring and interpret rhythms to ensure patient safety.
  • Monitor and assess patients’ conditions, documenting changes and implementing interventions as needed.
  • Administer medications, treatments, and interventions in compliance with physician orders and hospital policies.
  • Provide wound care, post-operative care, and education for surgical patients.

• Collaboration and Communication:

  • Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and the multidisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educate patients and families about treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
  • Participate in daily rounds to discuss patient progress and transition planning.

• Unit Support:

  • Contribute to maintaining a safe and efficient unit environment by adhering to infection control, safety, and quality standards.
  • Assist with onboarding and mentoring new staff as needed.
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and unit performance.

• Documentation:

  • Maintain accurate and thorough patient records using the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
  • Ensure proper documentation of assessments, interventions, medications, and outcomes.

Education/Experience

• BSN preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Certifications/Licenses

• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
• Health care provider certification (BCLS).