Coordinates total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintained standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.
The Registered Nurse is held accountable to the ethical and professional standards as defined in the ANA Code for Nurses, the ANA Nursing’s Social Policy Statement, the State of Michigan Public Health code and the ANA and Specialty Nursing Standards of Clinical Practice.
The Registered Nurse is also accountable to adhering to the standards set by regulatory agencies such as but not limited to the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), Conditions of Participation of Healthcare Finance Administration (HCFA), and Michigan Occupational Health and Safety (MIOSHA). These accountabilities require individual competence in nursing practice, and the recognition and responsible acceptance of individual actions and judgments.
Required:
Education - Graduate of an approved registered nursing program.
Must have a current Michigan Registered Nurse license.
Summary Works under the supervision of the Med-Surg Nurse Manager. The Staff RN assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and supervises individual patient care on the nursing unit according to established policies, procedures and guidelines. Accepts responsibility for the direction of co-workers in the implementation of the patient’s plan of care. Performs other duties as assigned Responsibilities (70%)* Provides nursing care using the Nursing Process by: Completing nursing assessment of patient and documenting appropriately in the patient chart. Develops a plan of care based upon the assessment of the patient. Implements plan of care and documents in the chart. (20%)* Evaluates patient’s response to care and updates plan of care. (10%)* Oversees the delegation of specifics of the patient plan of care to unit staff. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Engages in patient/family teaching as appropriate. Maintains professional standards by participating in educational opportunities and Performance Improvement activities. Communicates with the Health Care Team. Adheres to unit/department budgetary practices. MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health All other duties as assigned. Certifications and Licensures Credential: RN: Registered Nurse Equivalent Experience: Qualification Source: MI Essential: true Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer Qualification Source: AHA Essential: true Credential: ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 12 months of hire or transfer (New requirement as of 2016) Qualification Source: Essential: true Credential: TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt Equivalent Experience: Within 6 months of hire or transfer (Employees who are in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification) Qualification Source: Essential: true Credential: DIMC: Dysrhythmia Interpretation Man Equivalent Experience: New requirement effective 2/24/2025. Telemetry Competency through testing or Telemetry Monitoring & Management class with passing score within 12 months of hire or transfer. Qualification Source: Essential: true Required Education Education: ASSOC Equivalent Experience: Bachelor's preferred. Education Specialization: NRG Essential: true Other Information EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS: Two years general Medical-Surgical/Charge Nurse experience required. Skills: Good basic clinical skills in delivering care in an acute care facility. Interpersonal Skills: Good interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, families and co-workers. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death. Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position. Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description. Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s). Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake. Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis. Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs. Equivalent Experience And Other Comments (Education) Education: ASSOC Equivalent Experience: Bachelor's preferred. Education Specialization: NRG Essential: true Other Comments Credential: RN: Registered Nurse Equivalent Experience: Qualification Source: MI Essential: true Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer Qualification Source: AHA Essential: true Credential: PALS: Ped Advance Life Support Equivalent Experience: Qualification Source: Essential: false Credential: ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 12 months of hire or transfer (New requirement as of 2016) Qualification Source: Essential: true Credential: DIMC: Dysrhythmia Interpretation Man Equivalent Experience: New requirement effective 2/24/2025. Telemetry Competency through testing or Telemetry Monitoring & Management class with passing score within 12 months of hire or transfer. Qualification Source: Essential: true
Summary MyMichigan Medical Center Clare is a 39 licensed-bed hospital located in central Michigan. Nicknamed "the gateway to the North," Clare is known for its rich, small town heritage and a community that cares for one another. Be a part of our local community and hospital where everyone works together closely and is more like a family than a colleague! Safe patient to staff ratios State of the art equipment At the elbow support Leadership visibility Professional development opportunities The Graduate Registered Nurse demonstrates excellent customer service skills in that his/her attitude and actions are at all times consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of MyMichigan Health. This individual works under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse preceptor in a collaborative learning environment to successfully transition into clinical practice. The Graduate Nurse Residency Program is an ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) accredited RN Residency program for new graduate nurses. Responsibilities (25%)* Patient Care: Provides nursing care under the direction of the RN mentor using the Nursing Process: Prioritizes/organizes delegated patient care assignments. Accountable for all patient care assignments and documentation of all interventions. Performs technical nursing skills as outlined in standards and procedures manual and as described by unit-specific competencies. Engages in reinforcement of patient/family teaching as delegated by the RN mentor. Encouraged to be proactive in seeking learning opportunities. Completes orientation. Care planning for the shift with the RN mentor. (25%)* Communications: Identifies and communicates changes in the patient's condition to the RN mentor. Demonstrates a positive personal approach and interaction with others. (25%)* Unit Responsibilities: Maintains clean, safe patient care area. Handles equipment appropriately. Returns equipment to proper place after its use. Asks questions about its use when necessary. Considers cost in using supplies for patient care. Assists with completing patient census correctly. (25%)* Personal Responsibilities: Demonstrates ability to give care cooperatively with other patient care team members. Actively participates in quality management and continuing education. Updates and maintains knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the area of practice and age(s) of patient population. Presents a clean and neat appearance according to the organizational dress code. Other Duties And Responsibilities Demonstrates excellent customer service skills. The Graduate Nurse, while providing direct patient care, functions under the direct supervision, direction and delegation of the RN mentor. Certifications and Licensures Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer Qualification Source: AHA Essential: true Credential: TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt Equivalent Experience: Within 6 months of hire or transfer (Employees who are in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification) Qualification Source Essential: true Required Education Education: College Student Equivalent Experience Education Specialization: Essential: true Education: High School diploma or GED Equivalent Experience: High School graduate or equivalent required. Education Specialization Essential: true Other Information Experience, Training And Skills Experience required: Graduate of a RN school of nursing program or currently completing final course work (i.e. leadership or equivalent) and waiting to take RN State Boards and will be awarded a permanent position upon licensure. The Graduate Nurse has three months to take and pass the RN State Boards or may be separated from the Graduate Nurse position at the manager's discretion. Technical knowledge, skills and abilities in: Demonstrates ongoing competency in selected psychomotor skills. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner. MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health. Physical/Mental Requirements And Typical Working Conditions Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death. Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position. Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description. Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s). Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake. Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis. Physical Demand Level:Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.
Department: Post Anesthesia Care Unit Daily Work Times: 11a-830p Shift : Evenings Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours: 11:00a - 8:30p Benefits: 403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Position Summary: Responsible for the delivery of nursing care within the assigned unit scope of practice following hospital policies and procedures, nursing process guidelines, standards of care, and standards of practice. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Assesses each assigned patient, documents and evaluates their response to plan of care, and takes appropriate corrective action. Plans and implements the patient’s plan of care/standard of care and provides patient teaching using the plan of care/standard of care. Oversee all ancillary personnel for technical tasks. Required: Current State of Michigan Registered Nurse license. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. A minimum of one year telemetry experience. American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification as Healthcare Provider. ACLS & PALS required within 6 months of hire. Preferred: Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Medical/Surgical Care Unit, Critical Care Unit, and/or Emergency Department experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the ANA nursing standards of clinical nursing practice and Ingham nursing services standards of patient care. Demonstrates competency in Dysrhythmia interpretation skills and pharmacology knowledge for treating cardiovascular emergencies. Demonstrates the ability to accurately assess patient/resident condition. Demonstrates the ability to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient/resident care plans/standards of care for the patient/resident population served. Demonstrates the ability to complete patient/resident charts and related documentation in conformance with hospital standards and chart audit criteria. Evaluates patient/resident educational needs; develops and implements appropriate teaching strategies. Enhances individual and unit professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, workshops, and by reading current literature and incorporating research into scope of nursing practice. Maintains professional licensure, certifications, unit-specific competencies, and clinical ladder requirements as required by hospital and specialty area. Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Additional Locations: Michigan, Lansing Requisition ID: 26004399 Daily Work Times: 11a-830p Hours Per Pay Period: 72 On Call: Yes Weekends: No
Department : Post Anesthesia Care Unit Daily Work Times: 9:00am - 9:30pm Shift: Variable Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours : 0 Position Summary: Collaborates with physician to provide a plan of care that will return the patient to optimal health. Provides bedside nursing care and carries out medical orders. Delegates to and oversees Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Associate, OB Care Associate, Surgical Service Assistant, Nursing Clerk and Psychiatric Tech functions. Responsible for evaluating effectiveness of care plan. Essential Functions and Responsibilities : Assumes responsibility for a leadership role encompassing: Integrating evidence-based knowledge into practice. Delegation and coordination of tasks and assignments of nursing care. Facilitates/participates in patient conferences. Identifies and provides the means to meet patients’ ongoing and discharge/transfer teaching needs by communicating with the appropriate resource persons and attending discharge/transfer planning conferences. Assumes the responsibility for professional growth by seeking out educational opportunities and utilizing programs in the hospital or elsewhere in the community. Teaches and/or guides professional and ancillary personnel. Precepts/mentors new employees and students. Functions as a team leader to ensure proper patient placement and delegation of assignments. Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and holding a current license to practice in the state of Michigan. CPR issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross Certification. Minimum one (1) year of comparable experience for the unit they are hired into. Must possess the same qualifications as required by regular staff in the unit to which they have been hired. Additional Information Schedule: Per Diem Requisition ID: 26003087 Daily Work Times: 9:00am - 9:30pm Hours Per Pay Period: 0.1 On Call: Yes Weekends: Yes
Your future role at a glance Location: Milwaukee, WI Facility: Columbia St Mary's Milwaukee Department: PACU Schedule: Rotating Shift | Full-Time How you’ll make an impact in this role Determine patient care requirements and subsequently develop and distribute patient care assignments for clinical/non-clinical or interdisciplinary teams, including licensed and non-licensed staff. Delegate suitable duties to clinical/non-clinical or interdisciplinary teams of licensed and non-licensed caregivers and support staff, in accordance with the applicable State Nurse Practice Act and based on assessed skills and abilities. Gather and utilize information from other members of the clinical/non-clinical or interdisciplinary team to formulate comprehensive care plans for all patients. Contribute to the staff hiring process for the shift by conducting interviews and offering hiring recommendations to the clinical/non-clinical leader. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State. Licensure is dependent on state associate works in. Education: Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required. Additional Preferences: Bachelors in Nursing preferred. PACU or Pre and Post surgical leadership background. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
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