Med/Surg RN - 0.6FTE Days

LADD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL•Osceola, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The registered nurse (RN) coordinates nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care. The RN plans, implements, evaluates, and communicates all phases of care for assigned patients in accordance with professional nursing practice, the ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, and Wisconsin State Statutes. The RN provides leadership through precepting and quality improvement efforts and delegates care based on staff skill and experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and available resources. The role calls for strong communication skills, enthusiasm for mentoring and teaching, and participation in committees or projects. This is a 0.6 FTE day position with a tentative 6 a.m.–6 p.m. schedule. The six-week schedule includes recurring Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Friday shifts as detailed in the posting. The med/surg unit is fast-paced and high-acuity, caring for patients with diverse, complex, and rapidly changing conditions. The work can be emotionally intense and physically demanding, with potential exposure to infectious patients, harmful physical agents, and hazardous or toxic substances. The team emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
Licensed in the state of Wisconsin and in good standing.
Active BLS certification.
Active ACLS certification or ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
Knowledge of current nursing practices and technical skills.
Ability to provide age-appropriate and culturally appropriate care.
Skill in using basic patient care equipment and supplies.
Ability to administer medications in accordance with Wisconsin State Nursing guidelines.
Knowledge of infection control practices and their relationship to patient care outcomes.
Accuracy and attention to detail in performing job duties.
Ability to assess multiple systems, develop care plans, provide interventions and education, and assess patient outcomes.
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully and maintain timely, accurate documentation.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, and supporting 25–50 pounds; performing precise fine motor tasks; sustaining repetitive movements such as CPR; and maintaining stamina during long shifts.
Visual acuity, including color vision, and hearing sufficient to assess patients, monitor equipment, and hear alarms.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with Nurse Practice Acts.
Follow nursing care standards and the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Perform and document timely, accurate patient assessments according to nursing standards.
Provide and document patient care according to nursing standards.
Plan, implement, and document a focused care plan with goals for each patient, and evaluate progress toward those goals.
Participate in the interdisciplinary plan of care.
Implement and complete clinician orders accurately and promptly.
Administer medications according to nursing standards and OMC policy.
Strive to exceed patient experience standards in interactions with patients, visitors, team members, and medical staff.
Collaborate with colleagues and support coworkers, clinicians, patients, and families.
Use critical thinking to anticipate patient needs, prioritize care, and initiate timely interventions.
Stay up to date on communications and provide accurate, concise end-of-shift reports.
Communicate effectively with the patient care team, patients, and families about patient status and the plan of care.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and ensure orders are carried out promptly.
Delegate tasks to appropriate care team members.
Report safety events and near misses in a timely manner.
Participate in quality improvement projects and the orientation of new staff.
Demonstrate required competencies and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.