Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate nursing program
Entry-level RNs must complete a baccalaureate degree within five years of hire
Minimum of one year of Operating Room experience
Preferred experience in Abdominal Transplant
Completion of AORN Periop 101 or similar program preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience in a team environment
Responsibilities
Coordinate nursing care and provide direct patient care
Educate patients and families on care transitions
Plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate nursing care phases
Lead through preceptorship and quality improvement initiatives
Delegate patient care based on skill level and patient needs
Participate in committees or projects as needed
Adapt to unpredictable situations in the work environment
Benefits
Eligible for TN sponsorship
Opportunities for professional development and leadership roles
Supportive team environment
Access to advanced medical technologies and practices
Flexible scheduling options including on-call shifts
Full Job Description
Job Description
The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.
This role is eligible for TN sponsorship.
Qualifications
Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.
At least one year of Operating Room experience is required.
Additional Qualifications
Abdominal Transplant experience preferred.
Previous completion of AORN Periop 101 or a similar program preferred.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Experience working in a team environment.
Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call.
Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.
Certification/Licensure
Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
About Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center based in Rochester, Minnesota, focused on integrated clinical practice, education, and research. It employs more than 4,500 physicians and scientists and 58,400 administrative and allied health staff. The practice specializes in treating difficult cases through tertiary care and destination medicine. It is home to the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, which includes a medical school and research programs. Mayo Clinic has a large presence in three U.S. metropolitan areas: Rochester, Minnesota; Jacksonville, Florida; and Phoenix, Arizona. It also has several affiliated hospitals and clinics elsewhere in the United States and around the world.
