Registered Nurse ( RN ) General Medical Unit

Registered Nurse (RN) General Medical Unit

Looking for a nursing career where you can continue to learn, grow, and make a difference every day? The General Medical Unit (GMU) at Bronson Methodist Hospital is looking for compassionate Registered Nurses to join our team.

Day 1 Health Benefits Competitive Pay Enhanced Night Shift Differential Generous PTO Accrual 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Benefits Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement

Sign-On Bonuses Available Up to $10,000 for RNs with less than 1 year of experience Up to $20,000 for experienced RNs Bonus amounts vary based on unit, shift, and approved hours.

General Medical Unit (GMU) is a 29-bed stepdown unit caring for a variety of medical patients, including oncology, pulmonary, and renal populations. Patients on this unit may require dialysis, chemotherapy, or insulin infusions, giving nurses the opportunity to develop competency in a variety of specialized treatments and clinical skills.

GMU is a fast-paced environment where you'll continuously learn and grow as a nurse. Teamwork is a key part of the unit's success, with staff working closely together to provide high-quality patient care and support one another every day.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your clinical expertise or gain experience caring for complex medical patients, GMU offers a rewarding and collaborative environment.

Apply today and a Nursing Talent Advisor will reach out to discuss the opportunity and your scheduling preferences.

Under general supervision and in accordance with the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, the unit, and the Michigan Public Health Code, the registered nurse manages the care delivery for patients in the organization throughout the length of stay to achieve quality outcomes and timely discharge by the following: utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, diagnosing, 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 service 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.

Associate's degree in Nursing required Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred, must obtain within 8 years of hire Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the state of Michigan As of December 29, 2013, any nurse hired by Bronson who does not hold a BSN (or higher nursing degree) will be given 8 years from date of hire date to obtain. If, after 8 years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated.

BLS certification required by completion of core orientation Critical care or ALS as well as other certifications may be required for some RNs, unit specific

Standards of Practice:
The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients' health or the situation. 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 Reviews vital signs to assess condition of patient and detect deviations from normal.

The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine patient problems or issues Uses the assessment data to identify patient problems Confirms problems with patient and family when appropriate Documents the expected outcomes and plan of care related to the problems through use of the clinical pathway and outcome teaching record

The registered nurse identified expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient Utilizes the patient/family input when defining outcomes. Incorporates the patient values, ethical and cultural considerations. Coordinates discharge planning for outcomes not achieved utilizing the continuum of care available.

The registered nurse develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes Incorporates clinical pathways into the plan when appropriate Develops individualized interventions with patient input when appropriate Considers data from other members of the healthcare team when developing the plan of care

The registered nurse implements the identified plan. Implements appropriate interventions. Administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques and polices. Utilizes evidence-based interventions specific to the patients plan Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of the patient. Initiates a patient…