Registered Nurse Med Surg​/PCU​/ICU Pathway

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Altru Hospital 1200 South Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201

Altru’s RN career ladder empowers RNs to manage their career growth and pay. This structure values experience, education, and engagement, providing opportunities for advancement and greater responsibilities. The requirements of each level are listed here.

• RN I $33.80 - $50.69
• RN II $35.49 – $53.23
• RN III $37.26 – $55.89

• ASN

• 6 years or more of RN experience with an ASN/ADN degree OR
• 3 years or more of RN experience with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• 12 years or more of RN experience with an ASN/ADN OR
• 6 years or more of RN experience with a BSN OR
• Masters/Doctor of Nursing

We are seeking full time/part time/casual Registered Nurses for various shifts. Relocation is available for qualified applicants. Sign on bonus for RN New Graduates $6,000 and Experienced RN $10,000

Are you interested in working as a Critical Care Nurse? If yes, Altru has a pathway to become a nurse in progressive or critical care by completing 5 simple steps over a period of 6‑9 months.

• Complete orientation and a Med-Surg experience
• Transition to Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Complete Med-Surg and PCU rotation
• Complete Competency Assessment
• Transition to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Tailored to individual needs Our Med-Surg to PCU/ICU Pathway offers an exciting opportunity for new graduate nurses with an RN license to embark on a journey towards excellence in critical care nursing and make a difference in the lives of our patients every day

• Structured pathway for career advancement
• Mentorship from experienced nurses in each specialty area
• Exposure to diverse patient populations and clinical scenarios
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the organization. The nurse maintains the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. The nurse facilitates the coordination of patient care within the interdisciplinary care team and provides patient education to assure safe patient discharge.

• Performs daily rounds on all patients assuring quality customer service by coordinating and taking action on any requirements not met.
• Develops a plan of care based on assessment that reflects the patient's physical, psychological, social, educational, developmental and rehabilitative needs based on patient's age, ethnic origin, economic status, lifestyle, creed or philosophical beliefs.
• Assesses the patient's condition and nursing needs, sets goals, and prescribes appropriate nursing actions to meet those goals and the physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative needs of the patient, including discharge planning.
• Assesses, intervenes, and reassesses the patient's self‑report/symptoms of pain promptly and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
• Identifies the early warning signs of a change in a patient's condition and responds appropriately to a deteriorating patient, including contacting responsible clinicians as indicated by standard operating procedure. Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patient conditions.
• Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate multidisciplinary team member and records those observations accurately and concisely. Ensures that intervention or referrals are made promptly. Completes and submits all incident reports (patient, visitor, staff) prior to the completion of each shift.
• Establishes and maintains communication and utilizes educational opportunities with patients and other significant individuals.
• As early as possible, begins discharge planning, appropriate education and counseling based on identified needs to optimize patient/family understanding. Evaluates and documents according to standard…