RN Inpatient Rehab Center Full Time Nights Blodgett

Company: Spectrum Health
Location: Kalamazoo
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Job Description:

Improve health, instill humanity, and inspire hope. That's just the beginning of the difference you can make when you join our team of Registered Nurses at Corewell Health. The Inpatient Rehabilitation Center is a 42-bed unit at Blodgett Hospital. Team members enjoy working on the IRC unit as you are able to become an expert in so many areas since we care for a wide variety of diagnosis. Some of the patients we care for are stroke, lung and heart transplant, bone marrow transplant patients as well as ortho trauma, limb loss, brain injury and more. We often get to form great relationships with our patients and see them progress in a positive way. We have a very team-oriented floor and environment, which includes strong relationships as an interdisciplinary team. Also, we get the opportunity to care for every patient population within Corewell Health, thus a diverse learning experience. IRC unique details

• We have complex patients with a variety of diagnoses, so it is a great place to work if you like variety
• We have 3 Rehab Physicians and 1 PA dedicated to our unit, along with 1 Hospitalist physician. This makes for a unique experience in getting to know the interdisciplinary team.
• We also have a dedicated team of PTs, OTs, and SLPs. This makes for a uniquely collaborative unit at Blodgett.
• The IRC is a rewarding place as we get to see our patients overcome many obstacles and progress significantly in their healthcare journey. Many will even come back after discharge to show off their continued progress.Essential Functions
  • Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the interprofessional plan of care and in accordance with health system policies, procedures, and ANA/regulatory standards. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity and coordination of care. Acts as a patient/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 ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organizational data.
  • Assesses the overall needs of the patient/family and analyzes the assessment data to identify potential diagnoses or issues.
  • Identifies expected outcomes/goals and develops and implements/coordinates an individualized interprofessional plan of care that recommends strategies to achieve the outcomes in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice. Evaluates patient and family educational needs and employs appropriate teaching strategies while continually evaluating progress toward achievement of goals/outcomes.
  • Initiates patient discharge planning at time of patient contact and facilitates a smooth transition to the next point of service/home.
  • Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Assumes an autonomous leadership role and delegates appropriately to unlicensed assistive personnel to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner.
  • Engages in activities related to the professional role and seeks to continually advance knowledge and competence related to nursing practice while completing self and peer evaluation of nursing practice. Participates in ongoing improvement activities that contribute to quality patient care. Qualifications Required
    • Associate's Degree Nursing
    • Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing must be obtained within 5 years for those who start in this RN role on or after January 1, 2017
    • Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program
    • NURSING\Registered Nurse (RN) State of Michigan - Upon Hire
    • LIFE SUPPORT\Basic Life Support (BLS) - within 90 DaysPreferred
      • CLINICAL\Clinical Area of Specialty CertificationBenefitsCorewell Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals.
        • NEW On-demand pay program - powered by payactiv
        • Generous paid time off and holiday pay
        • Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
        • Retirement plans
        • Life Insurance
        • Short & Long Term Disability
        • Our employees receive special discounts on products and services
        • Learning Opportunities
        • Inclusion Resource GroupsApply now to learn more about joining a nationally known health system with an ambitious vision. We cannot do it alone. Our people are at the heart of what we do. Improve health. Inspire hope. Save lives. Primary LocationSITE - Blodgett Hospital - 1840 Wealthy St SE- Grand RapidsDepartment NameInpatient Rehab Center - 4AB BlodgettEmployment TypeFull timeShiftNight (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours36Hours of Work7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.Days WorkedVariable, Set Core ScheduleWeekend FrequencyEvery other weekend CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors and community. That is why we require a drug-free workplace and various vaccinations as a requirement for employment.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request assistance in completing the application process by calling . We are committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.

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