About the position
We are seeking compassionate and professional staff members to join the medical, surgical and orthopedic unit at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital! Our second floor unit includes an Orthopedic Center for Excellence with a 24 bed unit focusing on for total hip, shoulder and knee replacements patients and cares for orthopedic fractures. We also serve a small medical population. Our three south unit includes an 11 bed unit with medical patients and general surgical patients. These patients include: sepsis, cardiac, stroke, renal, CHF, COPD, respiratory illnesses. The surgical population includes appendectomy, small bowel obstructions and various other surgeries. The Medical Surgical Unit at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital is focused on the needs of the patient and helping one another to meet those needs. Our patient management on both units may include telemetry monitoring, continuous medication infusions, wounds, varieties of tubes and drains. There are approximately 60 staff members that include experienced and newer staff including, CNA's, RN's, and Unit Clerks. Supported by the Manager, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Educator and Operations Coordinator. The Medical Surgical team is deeply committed to maintaining the standards of a Healthy Workplace for its employees and prides itself in the teamwork between the members of its professional 'family.' New staff to the team (whether recently graduated or experienced) are supported with a thoughtful, structured and effective orientation. This unit is a fantastic unit to learn and care for patients. We are prepared to meet the needs of our staff and the community we serve.
Responsibilities
- Integrate theoretical knowledge with clinical experience in the care of patients and families.
- Deliver care using a deliberate, systematic approach.
- Demonstrate mastery of most technical skills.
- Supervise and direct delegated nursing acts commensurate with educational preparation and demonstrated abilities.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
- Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
- Wisconsin Registered Nurse License (RN).
- Valid American Heart (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; or ability to obtain upon hire.
Benefits
- Engaging and community focused culture.
- Competitive Salaries.
- Opportunity for professional career growth.
- Robust benefits including: Generous PTO; Choices in insurance; HSA; Tuition reimbursement; immediate 401K match; discounted tickets to various entertainment, social and sporting events.
