Registered Nurse RN

Summary The Staff Registered Nurse provides professional and comprehensive nursing care within the scope of agency services. The target patient/client population for this position are those requiring skilled clinical care services. Activities of this position are patient/client focused and utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in accordance with nursing practice standards, physician orders, and agency policies and procedures. Responsibilities (20%) Regularly assesses patient/client needs and provides skilled nursing services as prescribed by the physician authorized plan of care and accepted standards of nursing practice. (10%) Initiates plan of care for assigned patients/clients and revises and adapts as necessary. (35%) Provides medication management and assesses therapeutic responses. (15%) Coordinates patient/client care by evaluating outcomes and providing ongoing feedback to others involved in care relative to patient status and changes needed on patient care plan. (15%) Coordinates care with the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and interdisciplinary team. (5%) Notifies physician of changes in patient/client condition and care needs and obtains new orders as needed. Function as case manager for assigned case load if assigned. Implements preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures and utilizes community and agency resources for optimum patient/client care. Utilizes documentation system to record services provided according to agency, professional, and program standards. Assists in maintenance of patient/client records. Provides patients/clients/caregivers/physicians with the necessary information to promote informed decision making leading to the achievement of optimal level of independence and as required by regulatory agencies. Establishes a care plan and supervises the Certified Nurse Aide according to guidelines. Functions as part of multi-disciplinary team in coordinating care including planning for discharge. Acts as a preceptor to provide educational visit opportunities for students and will participate in orientation of new staff as assigned. Participates in staff meetings, in-service education programs, and other opportunities for learning. Complies with documentation requirements for employee personnel and activity records as defined in policy. Carries out work according to policies and procedures in such a manner as to appropriately reflect standards for timeliness, accuracy, and productivity. Maintains confidentiality of patient/client and information. Adheres to the standards related to personal appearance and behavior. Participates in weekend and holiday rotations and on‑call duties as identified in personnel policies. Participates in performance improvement process. Assists in community education activities as requested. Additional Information 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. Certifications and Licensures Fingerprinting (FINGERPRIN) Registered Nurse (RN) Basic Life Support (BLS) – required within 1 month of hire or transfer TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Management – required within 6 months of hire or transfer (employees in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification) Education Requirements Associate degree in Nursing is required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr