Part-Time Registered Nurse - Surgical Transitions for Aging Residents (STAR) Program

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker, MD, School of Medicine is hiring a Part-Time Registered Nurse for the Surgical Transitions for Aging Residents (STAR) Program. The Registered Nurse must be able to demonstrate the competencies necessary to provide service appropriate to the age of the population served.Registered Nurse career path - level and compensation to commiserate with education and experience.To share this posting, please use this linkFULL-TIME BENEFITS PACKAGE:Wellness reimbursement.Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.Employer-funded retirement plan.Two medical plan options: PPO and High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with employer HSA contribution.Flexible work solutions based on position and department.Up to four weeks of PTO accrual beginning in year one.Paid holidays.Paid volunteer time.Paid preferred holiday.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Refers abnormal lab work to physician for appropriate follow up.Calls in prescription refills.Discuss day to day issues with supervisor for resolution.Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends and evenings to complete time sensitive projects.Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.All other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Graduate of an accredited RN Program required.One year's experience in healthcare setting preferred.Phone triage position experience preferred.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:* BCLS certification.* Valid Michigan RN license required.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge and ability to use the EMR.Knowledge of the phone system.Knowledge and ability to use Outlook messaging, appointment scheduling and the calendar.Positive attitude.Excellent attendance, less than 3% unscheduled PTO in a 12-month period.Demonstrates the WMed Values in Action daily.Strong written and verbal communication.Ability to accept and apply feedback.Regular and predictable attendance is expected.Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of workflow.Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.