RN Ortho/Neuro Surgical Unit

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description: Registered Nurse Department: Ortho/Neuro Surgical Unit Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor Position Purpose: The Saint Joseph Mercy Health System 5 East Orthopedic unit is a 32 bed in the Med. Surgery unit. It takes care of all adult orthopedic patients including total joint replacements and repair of fractured hip patients.

Our experienced nursing staff provides excellent Relationship Based Care and is devoted to the orthopedic population. We are Joint Commission Certified for total knee and total hip replacements. This unit includes 32 private patients' rooms each with a private bathroom and shower. Our patient population consists mainly of Total Knee and Total Hip Replacements, hip fracture patients, and general orthopedic patients.

We also accommodate general medicine patients. Shifts Available: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Status Available: Full time, Part time Every Other Weekend and Every other Holiday per year required for Full-time and Part-Time team members. Required Qualifications: Education Graduation from a school of nursing that results in the ability of the graduate to sit for the NCLEX exam to become licensed as a Registered Nurse.

BSN preferred. Licensure

• Current State of Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• BLS.
• ACLS required for the following departments : Float Pool, Cardiac/Cath Lab, AICU, Emergency Experience Experienced Canadian Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply Graduation from accredited nursing program. Effective January 1, 2013 all new hires must have a BSN degree or must agree in writing to obtain their BSN within five (5) years from date of hire or transfer to an RN role. Knowledge of nursing theory, practice and age specific needs Interpersonal skills necessary to initiate and maintain collegial relationships with coworkers and therapeutic relationships with patients and families. Critical thinking skills necessary to perform principal duties and responsibilities of job description. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when planning and performing professional nursing care Total Rewards and Benefits:
• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement What you will do: Gathers and analyzes patient information Develops, implements, evaluates and revises an individualized plan of care Uses teach back methodology to educate patient and family Actively seeks to prevent potential hospital acquired Effectively communicates patient status, priority goals and interventions during consultations, rounds and handoffs Follows all HIPAA policies and procedures Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Joseph Mercy Hospitals Click Here t to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Michigan Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.