Registered Nurse - Pain Rehabilitation Center, Peds/Adult Float-RN

Location: Generose Main

Patient Care Type:  The Pain Rehabilitation Center (PRC) is a hospital based outpatient program offering treatment for both Pediatric (age 13-22) and Adult (18-99) patients experiencing chronic pain, fatigue or other debilitating chronic symptoms. The programs have separate multidisciplinary team members, but do some administrative work together. Staff do cross orient and cover both programs. PRC programs offered are 17 days in length. Patients participate in PT, OT, and group sessions Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. for pediatrics, 8 a.m. until 4:15 for adults.

1 team of Pediatrics 14-16                Adult 2 teams, total of 26-28

Nursing Roles:  The RN in the PRC is responsible for conducting admission RN and psychosocial assessments, medication reconciliation, and facilitating individual and group educational sessions with the patients and their parents/families. Additional duties may include withdrawal assessments, substance use disorder risk assessment, and completion of the discharge summary. The RN also assists in facilitating aftercare planning and conference calls with schools and local counselors. RNs function autonomously within the interdisciplinary team and under direction of the medical director/nurse manager. Experience working with pediatrics or with parenting/family dynamics would be helpful.

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. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Graduate of a 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). One year of professional RN experience 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.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.

Additional Qualifications:

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.

Internal applicants should attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

License or Certification (Must obtain prior to start date):

Current RN license by applicable state requirements.

BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers). 

Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Compensation Detail: The pay range is $35.84 - $58.84. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards experience, education, and dedication to the organization. Combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential.