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Description

Bronson is offering a Surgical Nurse Internship for licensed Registered Nurses seeking a new opportunity in surgical care (seeking candidates with 2 years of clinical nursing experience). This program is designed to prepare nurses for practice in the fast-paced and constantly evolving field of surgical nursing. Interns will take part in an extended orientation that includes classroom instruction, hands-on training in both foundational and advanced surgical skills, clinical experience, and the development of critical thinking. The curriculum follows best practices and current standards in surgical nursing. All nurses providing direct patient care are expected to demonstrate competencies specific to the surgical patient population.

As an OR RN Intern, you will participate in a full-time, day-shift orientation lasting approximately 6 to 8 months. After successful completion of orientation, you will transition into an available OR Registered Nurse position-please note that this transition may involve placement on any shift, depending on department needs (current needs include night shift).

At Bronson, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Generous PTO and retirement plans

• Career development opportunities

• AND MORE!

Diploma, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required

Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the state of Michigan

As of December 29, 2013, any nurse hired by Bronson who does not hold a BSN (or higher nursing degree) will be given8 years from date of hire date to obtain. If, after8 years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated.

BLS certification required by completion of core orientation

Critical care or ALS is required for some RNs, unit specific

Successful completion of Hospital, Core, and Department specific orientation based upon unit and experience level required

Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various computer systems and equipment in order to set an appropriate plan of action

Must be able to constantly communicate both verbally, in writing and electronically

Work which produces levels of mental/visual fatigue which are typical of jobs that perform a wide variety of duties with frequent and significant uncontrollable deadlines. Work may include the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT up to 40 percent of the time. Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects.

Standards of Practice:

The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients' health or the situation.

o Assesses the patient's physical and developmental needs

o Analyzes assessment data to identify appropriate patient needs

o Documents nursing history and age appropriate physical/emotional needs/strengths for assigned patients

o 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

o Uses the assessment data to identify patient problems

o Confirms problems with patient and family when appropriate

o Documents the expected outcomes and plan of care related to the problems through use of the clinical pathway and outcome teaching record

The registered nurse identified expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient

o Utilizes the patient/family input when defining outcomes. Incorporates the patient values, ethical and cultural considerations.

o 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.

o Incorporates clinical pathways into the plan when appropriate

o Develops individualized interventions with patient input when appropriate

o Considers data from other members of the healthcare team when developing the plan of care

The registered nurse implements the identified plan.

o Implements appropriate interventions.

o Administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques and polices

o Utilizes evidence-based interventions specific to the patients plan

o Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of the patient.

o Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, and coordinates the implementation of the plan.

o Manages the care plan for patients by organizing and delegation patient care interventions to be implemented. Evaluates the effectiveness of care given by self and others.

The registered nurse evaluates progress toward attainment of the expected outcomes

o Evaluates the effectiveness of the planned interventions and the patient response toward achievement of the expected outcomes.

o Documents the patient response toward the expected outcomes.

Standards of Professional Performance:

The registered nurse systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.

o Participates in quality improvement activities

o Uses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice.

The registered nurse attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.

o Participates in ongoing educational activities related to appropriate knowledge and professional issues.

o Maintains professional records that provide evidence of competency and continued ongoing educational activities.

The registered nurse evaluates one's own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statues, rules and regulations.

o Provides age appropriate care in a culturally and ethnically sensitive manner.

o Participates in self-evaluation, identifying areas of strengths as well as areas benefiting from professional development.

o Participates in systematic peer review as appropriate.

The registered nurse interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.

o Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues

o Maintains compassionate and caring relationships with peers and colleagues

o Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment.

The registered nurse collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.

o Partners with the multiple health disciplines to effect change and generate positive outcomes for the patient and family, based on the plan of care.

The registered nurse integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice.

o Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity, confidentiality and rights.

o Demonstrates a commitment to connecting with self and others through relationship centered care giving.

o Serves as a patient advocate

The registered nurse integrates research finding into practice.

o Uses research to improve the health of patients and the practice environment.

o 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.

The registered nurse considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.

o Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs and condition of the patient, potential for harm, complexity of the nursing activity, required problem solving and innovation, predictability of outcome, extent of patient interaction

o Assists the patient and family in becoming informed consumers about the options, costs, risks and benefits of treatments and care.

The registered nurse provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession.

o Participated in nursing councils, hospital and unit based committees as appropriate.

o Attends at least 50% of unit staff meetings

o Works to create and maintain professional, healthy work environment when representing Bronson in all settings (local, regional or nationally)

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