Registered Nurse - Main PACU, Nights - RN

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. Graduation from an accredited baccalaureate nursing program is required. 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.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) are essential, as is experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. The ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call is required.

Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting is also essential. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills are essential. The RN will provide quality care to patients by utilizing the nursing process as a framework for practice.

This position entails various physical and emotional demands that should be discussed prior to hiring.