Registered Nurse Med Surg
Petoskey, MI
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical (Nights)

Location: Petoskey, Michigan
Employment Type: Temporary
Shift: Nights
Hours per Day: 12

Unit Overview

• 28-bed Medical Surgical Unit with a diverse patient population including general and vascular surgery, bariatric surgery, plastic surgery, trauma, and stroke care.
• Fast-paced, challenging environment suitable for both graduate and experienced nurses.
• Patient-centered nursing focused on safety and quality care for positive outcomes.
• Active Unit Based Council promoting teamwork and a healthy work environment.
• Supportive orientation for new team members to foster professional growth.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team using clinical pathways, patient education, and interactive communication.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Michigan.
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year.
• Experience working with Level 1 or Level 2 Trauma patients.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Important Policies

• Strict 3-strike attendance policy: termination after 3 absences or being more than 20 minutes late for scheduled shifts, with exceptions for documented communicable disease or hospitalization. Policy effective starting 6/1/2024.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise and leadership by serving as a clinical resource and professional role model.
• Engage in lifelong learning through certification, advanced practice, and continuing education.
• Communicate effectively using SBAR and interdisciplinary methods.
• Manage time efficiently and assist team members to enhance overall team performance.
• Perform duties consistent with unit-specific competency-based objectives.

Contract Length

• Approximately 13 weeks.

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