Job Information
Corewell Health RN Mission Control Bedplanner in Caledonia, Michigan
Job Summary
Responsible for ensuring the safe, successful and timely coordination of patient throughput associated with Corewell Health West. Supports safe bed assignment and patient flow including, but not limited to, bed assignments for all inpatient admissions (elective, direct, emergent/nonemergent) and inter- and intra- hospital transfer of patients. Prioritizes patient placement per hospital policy and infection control requirements. Utilizes critical thinking within the framework of the nursing process, while incorporating the principles of patient-family centered care. Assists in identifying and resolving operational issues pertinent to patient placement and throughput by collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams. Evaluates and coordinates patient flow processes.
Essential Functions
Utilize clinical expertise to assess and prioritize patient bed placement and transfers based on urgency of patient’s condition and utilization of available beds.
Plan, prioritize and direct patient placement requests by evaluating pending discharges, transfers, and bed availability.
Communicate with medical staff, clinical and operational teams to facilitate appropriate patient placement. Escalate barriers through established chain of command.
Maintain service level commitments by handling calls in a timely manner. Adhere to appropriate standards of practice, policies and procedures.
Demonstrate competence in the use of EPIC applications as they pertain to Bed Management.
Delegate tasks as indicated for patient placement.
Address and work in collaboration with administration to resolve issues arising from increased census and decreased bed availability.
Demonstrate leadership in the professional practice setting and is responsible for continuing personal education, mentoring peers and participating in orientation of new staff.
Stay up to date with current healthcare trends and initiatives and their impact on clinical decisions pertaining to patient placement.
Complete a self-appraisal that includes professional goals annually and completes peer reviews.
Actively participate in process improvement initiatives to improve patient safety and outcomes.
Qualifications
Required Associate's Degree Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Preferred Bachelor's Degree BSN or higher
3 years of relevant experience Relevant nursing experience within an acute hospital setting, including but not limited to inpatient adult, pediatrics and critical care, emergency and urgent care. Required
LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 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: Occasionally
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
Color Vision (Ishihara) Test [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - 4700 60th St - Grand Rapids
Department Name
Mission Control - GR
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Night (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
36
Hours of Work
36
Days Worked
varied
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
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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.
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