Job Description

Helen Devos Children\'s Hospital has a variety of opportunities for a Registered Nurse to find a role that meets their personal and professional needs. Apply today to talk with us about what you are looking for in an RN position, we look forward to the opportunity to help you take the next step in your career!

Helen DeVos Children\'s Hospital proudly serves the downtown Grand Rapids community providing a level one trauma center in the only pediatric emergency department in West Michigan designed specifically for children and staffed by experts in pediatric emergency medicine. With 350+ pediatric specialists and subspecialists, 10 Years of US News and Report national rankings and innovations that draw patients from all over the world, we\'re driven to replace fear with hope, and doubt with answers.

In addition to competitive wages and sign on incentives, we invest in you by offering:

Various options in medical plans, including dental and vision with family coverage, retirement plans with options, paid time off and holiday pay, employee discount programs, and access to support when needed.

We are committed to hiring and investing in some of the brightest and most talented people in the world, no matter their gender, race, religion or background. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope.

Job Summary

Delivers nursing care responsibly and accountably as described professionally by the American Nurses Association (ANA) and legally by the State of Michigan. Demonstrates competency through the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. This includes assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Upholds the standards of professional performance as described by the ANA. This includes ethical practice, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice, professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. Strives to achieve optimal outcomes.

Essential Functions

Provides evidence-based nursing care consistent with the interprofessional plan of care and in accordance with health system policies, procedures, and ANA/regulatory standards. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity and coordination of care. Acts as a patient/family advocate. Performs point of care testing as required.

Demonstrates a high standard of moral, ethical, and culturally sensitive behavior. Formulates decisions and actions based on ethical principles, using the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organizational data.

Assesses the overall needs of the patient/family and analyzes the assessment data to identify potential diagnoses or issues.

Identifies expected outcomes/goals and develops and implements/coordinates an individualized interprofessional plan of care that recommends strategies to achieve the outcomes in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice. Evaluates patient and family educational needs and employs appropriate teaching strategies while continually evaluating progress toward achievement of goals/outcomes.

Initiates patient discharge planning at time of patient contact and facilitates a smooth transition to the next point of service/home.

Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.

Assumes an autonomous leadership role and delegates appropriately to unlicensed assistive personnel to facilitate safe, quality patient care in a cost-effective manner.

Engages in activities related to the professional role and seeks to continually advance knowledge and competence related to nursing practice while completing self and peer evaluation of nursing practice. Participates in ongoing improvement activities that contribute to quality patient care.

Qualifications

Required Associate\'s Degree Nursing

Required Bachelor\'s Degree of Science in Nursing must be obtained within 5 years for those who start in this RN role on or after January 1, 2017 (SHGR)

Required Bachelor\'s Degree of Science in Nursing must be obtained within 7 years for those who start in this RN role between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2016 (SHGR)

Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program Required

RN License State of Michigan required upon hire

BLS required within 90 days of hire

CRT-Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) - AHA American Heart Association 1 Year preferred

Physical Demands

Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs

Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs

Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs

Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs

Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs

Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs

Sitting: Occasionally

Standing: Frequently

Walking: Frequently

Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally

Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally

Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally

Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally

Squat: Seldom

Stair Climbing: Seldom

Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom

Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom

Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally

Handling: Occasionally

Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally

Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally

Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently

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[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

Primary Location SITE - Helen Devos Childrens Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

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Employment Type Full time

Shift

Weekly Scheduled Hours 40

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Weekend Frequency

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors and community. That is why we require a drug-free workplace and various vaccinations as a requirement for employment.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447. We are committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.

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