Nurse Intern - Critical Care Unit - Per Diem - Days

Company: ProMedica
Location: Erie
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital offers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services in southern Michigan and Ohio. A national leader in treatment of heart attack, congestive heart failure, pneumonia and surgical care, ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital is also a pacesetter in Michigan for obstetrics, emergency care, intensive care, controlling infections and organ donation. ---POSITION SUMMARY:Nurse Intern I is a caregiver who has completed 2 semesters of clinicals. This individual will assume responsibility and accountability for a group of patients utilizing the nursing process.Nurse Intern II The Nurse Intern II is a caregiver who has graduated from an accredited nursing program as an RN or LPN or is a licensed RN or LPN in another state. This individual will assume responsibility and accountability for a group of patients utilizing the nursing process.--ACCOUNTABILITIES1. Maintains the standards of nursing care, policies and procedures of the system and department, also maintains an awareness of patient and family conditions and nursing care needs, including physical, psychological and social needs.2. Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served (i.e.: infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric) as written in the departmental standards.3. Under the direction of an RN, assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents outcomes related to nursing diagnosis and patient care problems for each patient. Completes tasks including but not limited to data collection, vital signs, Answering call ights, activties of daily living, education and transporting patients. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to promote a seamless patient care continuum. Communicates patient's plan of care through effective shift-to-shift communication.4. Follows proper chain of command when issues/problems arise and demonstrates appropriate follow-through5. Provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for all patients and their significant other(s).6. Utilizes appropriate techniques necessary to control / prevent infections.7. Identifies patient / SO learning needs and communicates these to the RN. Documents teaching prn.8. Displays professionalism at all times and maintains patient confidentiality.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Currently enrolled in last year of accredited ADN nursing program or last two years of a BSN nursing program or graduate nurse.-- Nurse Intern I position will be in effect no greater than 1 year if an ADN or 2 years if in a BSN.-- Nurse Intern II position will be in effect no greater than 6 months.--SKILLSa. Ability to function in a team environmentb. Able to communicate effectively with all members of the health care teamc. Demonstrates sound clinical skills and judgmentd. Ability to deal effectively with a changing environment and be open to new ideas--Years of Experience: 2 semesters of Clinicals.License: N/ACertification: BLSPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS--ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCEContinue professional development and knowledge of current treatments and techniques in nursing to provide quality care required. Requires clinical knowledge of medical/surgical nursing, sound decision making skills, caring, and ability to cope effectively with stressful situations.--WORKING CONDITIONSPersonal Protective Equipment: Demonstrates knowledge and use of standard precautions and PPE.Physical Demands: Ability to remain calm and exercise good judgement during stressful situations.Physical ability to move from one work area to another, to lift, carry, climb stairs, and transport audio visual equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds; to bend, stretch, or reach in performing all duties of the job. Must have the flexibility to work a varying schedule should the need arise, which may require working overtime (greater than 40 worked hours per week) and/or shift duration that exceed the assigned status for shift length and/or hour per week.--ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. --For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedicaQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.orgEqual Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

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