RN - L&D
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Agency Staff RN
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 2x3 days
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum 2 years
License: Registered Nurse - State of Michigan
Certifications: BLS, NRP, C-EFM, STABLE, ACLS
Must-Have:
- Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing must be obtained within specified timeframe for all new hires.
Description:
Delivers nursing care responsibly and accountably.
Demonstrates competency through the critical thinking model known as the nursing process.
Upholds the standards of professional performance as described by relevant nursing associations.
Strives to achieve optimal outcomes.
Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the interprofessional plan of care and in accordance with health system policies.
Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
Acts as a patient and family advocate.
Performs point of care testing as required.
Demonstrates a high standard of moral, ethical, and culturally sensitive behavior.
Formulates decisions and actions based on ethical principles, using the appropriate Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice.
Advocates for privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient and organizational data.
Assesses the overall needs of patients and families and analyzes assessment data to identify potential diagnoses or issues.
Identifies expected outcomes and develops, implements, and coordinates individualized interprofessional plans of care.
Evaluates patient and family educational needs and employs appropriate teaching strategies.
Initiates patient discharge planning at time of patient contact and facilitates a smooth transition to the next point of service.
Ensures that required documentation is performed accurately and timely.
Assumes an autonomous leadership role and delegates appropriately to unlicensed assistive personnel.
Engages in activities related to the professional role and seeks to advance knowledge and competence related to nursing practice.
Participates in ongoing improvement activities that contribute to quality patient care.
Experience:
Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Self-directed with the ability to make quality, independent decisions.
Analytical and strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and multiple interruptions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Competency in computer hardware and software systems.
