RN Emergency Services FT Nights 20K Sign On Bonus

Kindred Healthcare•Watertown, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Watertown Regional Medical Center is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Emergency Department team. This role involves providing direct and indirect patient care in a high-acuity emergency setting, utilizing the nursing process to ensure safe and effective care for patients of all ages. The RN will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve quality outcomes through clinical excellence, compassionate service, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing required
Current state RN license or compact state equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within time frame stated in facility policy
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required within time frame stated in facility policy
NIH Stroke Scale Certification required within time frame stated in facility policy
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Demonstrates professionalism, clinical judgment, and a commitment to continuous learning

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Graduation from an accredited Nursing Diploma program accepted
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred or required within time frame stated in facility policy
Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) preferred
Emergency nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred
Demonstrated ability to function under pressure and respond effectively to critical situations

Responsibilities

Performs triage and prioritizes patient care based on acuity
Conducts age-appropriate assessments and reassessments of all patients
Administers medications, performs procedures, and manages critical drips
Assists physicians with exams and procedures in the emergency department
Monitors hemodynamic status and interprets cardiac rhythms
Documents care, treatment, assessments, and education accurately and timely
Applies infection control and sterile technique practices consistently
Educates patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions
Collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team for optimal care delivery
Responds calmly and professionally in high-stress, life-threatening situations