Nurse - Step Down Unit - Nights PT

Froedtert•Menomonee Falls, WI

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for an identified group of patients in an inpatient environment. The role demonstrates competency in delivering care to a primarily adult population. The Staff RN-Inpatient job description incorporates essential functions adapted from the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, 2nd Edition (2010). The Step Down Unit offers a supportive, collaborative team environment where critical thinking and teamwork are valued. Nurses can grow their clinical skills, learn from experienced nurses, and provide meaningful care. The position is scheduled from 19:00 to 7:30, with every other holiday rotation and every third weekend, at a 0.6 FTE.

Requirements

Clinical competence and experience in the care and management of patient populations specific to the area of employment.
Completion of education at an accredited School of Nursing sufficient to be eligible for Registered Nurse licensure.
Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or a multi-state Nursing License from a participating Nurse Licensure Compact state.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certification, or an AHA-approved equivalent, within 90 days of hire.
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within one year of hire.
A non-BSN nurse with less than one year of licensed Registered Nurse experience must enroll in a BSN or higher nursing degree program after hire. Acceptance into a program is expected within 15 months of hire, and the degree must be completed within five years of enrollment, or six years if the program is an MSN, DNP, or PhD in Nursing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for an identified group of inpatient patients.
Deliver care competently to a primarily adult patient population.