Graduate Nurse ( GN ) Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

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Graduate Nurse (GN) Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

BBC Bronson Battle Creek

Under direct RN supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, unit and the Nurse Practice Act, follows the professional nurse core orientation pathway and participates in managing the care delivery for patients in the hospital throughout the length of stay to achieve quality outcomes and timely discharge by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation;

coordinating the care provided by other professionals; delegating selected acts, tasks or functions that fall within the scope of professional nursing practice and the abilities of patient care assistants and universal support assistants; providing selected aspects of physical care within the scope of professional nursing practice as appropriate given the patient's level of acuity and complexity of care required; and documenting and communicating during each tour of duty the patient's response to care provided, consumption of resources and anticipated needs.

Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

• Emergency Department (ED) 39‑bed, high‑volume department serving Calhoun and surrounding counties with approximately 160 patients per day. Team‑based care model with provider, RN, and tech support, plus on‑site pharmacy and case management. Strong focus on quality, throughput, and patient experience.
• Float Pool:
  Experienced RNs who provide staffing support across multiple inpatient units, maintaining a broad range of clinical skills and adaptability.
• General Medical Unit / CDU: 37‑bed cardiac and pulmonary unit plus a 10‑bed Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) specializing in chest pain evaluation and short‑term observation.
• Neurovascular / Orthopedic Unit: 30‑bed unit caring for neurological and orthopedic patients, including total joint replacement through the Orthopedic Renewal Center.
• Oncology / Medical / Surgical Unit: 37‑bed unit providing care for a diverse patient population, including medical, oncology, and surgical patients.
• Observation Unit:
  New 14‑bed short‑stay unit requiring independent practice, strong self‑accountability, critical thinking, and excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Obstetrics (OB) – Labor & Delivery / Antepartum / Mother‑Baby Combined obstetric unit supporting mothers and babies across the full continuum of care, including high‑risk antepartum monitoring, labor and delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care in a family‑centered environment.

• Day 1 health benefits
• Competitive pay
• Generous PTO accrual
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• Up to $20,000 sign‑on bonus (Available for full‑time and part‑time positions; amount based on shift and hours)

• Associate’s degree, Diploma, or BS or BSN from an approved or accredited Nursing Program prior to employment required.
• Evidence of graduation from an accredited or approved School of Nursing. Proof may be by a transcript that shows completion of nursing program, or a letter from the Director of the nursing program that states candidate has completed a nursing program and is qualified to take boards.
• Upon successful completion of NCLEX and obtainment of RN license, candidate will be moved into a Registered Nurse position. Successful completion of NCLEX is required within 8 weeks of graduation.
• BLS certification required by completion of core orientation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various computer systems and equipment in order to set an appropriate plan of action.
• Must be able to constantly communicate both verbally and in writing.

• Assesses the patient’s physical and developmental needs.
• Analyzes assessment data to identify appropriate patient needs.
• Documents nursing history and age‑appropriate physical/emotional needs/strengths for assigned patients.
• Develops a plan of care for assigned patients, based upon assessment.
• Manages care plan for assigned patients by…