Graduate Nurse Residency Program - Medical Oncology - MyMichigan Health

** This position is eligible for up to a $21k Sign On Bonus**

The Graduate Nurse demonstrates excellent customer service skills in that his/her attitude and actions are at all times consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of MyMichigan Health.  This individual works under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) mentor while carrying out designated skills that she/he has acquired in educational programs and/or orientation.  The Graduate Nurse is not permitted to pass medications until licensure has been granted by the State of Michigan.

The Graduate Nurse, while providing direct patient care, functions under the direct supervision, direction and delegation of the RN mentor.

(30%)*Patient Care:

Provides nursing care under the direction of the RN mentor using the Nursing Process.

Prioritizes/organizes delegated patient care assignments.

Accountable for all patient care assignments and documentation of all interventions.

Performs technical nursing skills as outlined in standards and procedures manual and as described by unit?specific competencies.

Engages in reinforcement of patient/family teaching as delegated by the RN mentor.

Encouraged to be proactive in seeking learning opportunities.

Completes orientation.

Care planning for the shift with the RN mentor.

(30%)*Communications:

Identifies and communicates changes in the patient�s condition to the RN mentor.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

Demonstrates ongoing competency in selected psychomotor skills.

The Graduate Nurse has three months to take and pass the RN State Boards or may be separated from the Graduate Nurse position at the manager�s discretion,

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft� Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing are necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0?33% of the workday) lift or carry 21?50 lbs., frequently 34?66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67?100% or the workday) 10 lbs.