Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - Bronson Lakeview Hospital
Full Time
Paw Paw, MI
Posted
Job description
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Love Where You Work!
Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.
If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Location
BLH Bronson LakeView Hospital
Title
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - Bronson Lakeview Hospital
Full and part time opportunities available
Whether you enjoy working with spreadsheets or stethoscopes, an exciting career is waiting here for you!
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.
Bronson Positivity:
Here at Bronson we strive to provide an exceptional healthcare experience made easier for every person. As the largest employer, non profit, and multi-specialty outpatient practice network in Southwest Michigan; we house the only level 1 trauma center and children's hospital in the region while being a proud magnet facility.
At Bronson LakeView, our legacy of caring remains strong. Our mission is to advance the health of our community. And, we're dedicated to providing quality service to all patients regardless of their ability to pay.
Who we are:
Our non-profit hospital has been serving the people of Van Buren County since 1939. Today, we are part of the Bronson Healthcare system. That means you’re connected to exceptional talent and resources here and across hundreds of Bronson sites in the region.
As a 26-bed critical access hospital, we offer a full range of inpatient and outpatient services to the Lakeview area. This includes emergency care, which is available 24/7. We are proud to be a part of the region’s leading healthcare system. It makes it possible for us to bring many primary care and specialty resources to Paw Paw and surrounding communities.
This partnership also helps ensure that everyone has access to the highest
quality care
. We have a full service emergency department in Paw Paw and a direct connection to the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.
We know that by working together, we can have a measurable impact on health outcomes today, and for generations to come.
What we offer:
- Sign on bonus up to $15,000 available
- Competitive pay
- Generous PTO and wellness benefits
- All benefits effective day 1
- Consistent and flexible scheduling
Requirements:
- Associate's degree in Nursing by time of hire
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred, must obtain within 8 years of hire
- Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the state of Michigan
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
- 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
- Develops individualized interventions with patient input when appropriate
- Administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques and polices
- Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of the patient.
Standards of Professional Performance:
- The registered nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice
- The registered nurse attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
- Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competency and continued ongoing educational activities
- Provides age appropriate care in a culturally and ethnically sensitive manner
- The registered nurse collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice
- Partners with the multiple health disciplines to effect change and generate positive outcomes for the patient and family, based on the plan of care
- Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity, confidentiality and rights
- Serves as a patient advocate
- Participates in the various levels of research based on their level of education. Such activities may include: identifying clinical problems, participating in data collection, participating in the research committee, sharing research activities/finding with others, conducting research, analyzing data and trends of nursing practice to develop changes in nursing practice and utilizes evidence based practice in the development of policies, procedures and standards of practice in patient care
- Assists the patient and family in becoming informed consumers about the options, costs, risks and benefits of treatments and care
- Works to create and maintain professional, healthy work environment when representing Bronson in all settings (local, regional or nationally)
Shift
Time Type
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Cost Center
6950 Gero-Nursing (BLH)
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