Registered Nurse - Inpatient Care

Hudson Hospital•Hudson, WI

2d•$43 - $69•Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Care Registered Nurse uses the nursing process—assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation—in an orderly, systematic way to meet the changing needs of patients across the life span. The role follows the Relationship Based Care nursing model and applicable nursing practice, patient care, safety, infection control, and hospital standards. The nurse provides and documents patient care, coordinates with the interdisciplinary team, educates and advocates for patients and families, and may float to other nursing areas as needed. The schedule is 0.6 FTE on the overnight shift, including every third weekend. Hudson Hospital & Clinic is part of HealthPartners and serves the Hudson, Wisconsin community. The organization describes its workplace as inclusive and offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible colleagues.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
Current Wisconsin Nursing License required.
Current BLS certification at hire/start date through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Maintain required certifications and assigned departmental education.
Dependable work habits and attendance.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
Previous experience in a healthcare environment.
ACLS certification.
PALS certification.

Responsibilities

Follow the Relationship Based Care nursing model and nursing standards of practice, patient care standards, and hospital policies and procedures.
Use the nursing process to provide quality care to patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatrics.
Administer medications and narcotics according to patient age, clinical condition, and applicable procedures; document medications and nursing care accurately and promptly.
Follow safety and infection-control standards and incorporate regulatory requirements and National Patient Safety Goals into practice.
Ensure required consents are obtained and records are signed and legally complete.
Perform head-to-toe assessments and policy-required reassessments; revise and evaluate the plan of care based on patient response and daily effectiveness.
Assess and reassess pain, implement pain-management techniques, and educate patients and families about pain management.
Inform, clarify, and educate patients and families; develop teaching plans based on learning needs and evaluate their effectiveness.
Communicate clearly with the Nurse Manager, charge nurse, coworkers, and physicians; consult other departments to support an interdisciplinary approach to patient needs.
Assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills.
Coordinate patient care and provide work direction to LPNs, CNAs, and HUCs on the assigned unit in coordination with the charge nurse.
Serve as a resource and consultant to other RNs and provide leadership in the absence of the nursing supervisor, in coordination with the charge nurse.
Document patient care in a timely manner and maintain patient confidentiality while acting as a patient advocate.
Participate in department meetings, skills fairs, mandatory education, and continuing education; maintain required certifications and departmental education.
Maintain dependable attendance and a positive attitude toward coworkers, patients, and visitors; adapt to changes in routines and procedures during the scheduled shift.
Initiate or attend patient care conferences and coordinate interdepartmental and community resources when applicable.
Float to other nursing areas as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
403(b) retirement program
Competitive paid time off (PTO)
Short-term disability pay
Long-term disability and life insurance options
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Education reimbursement
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Employee well-being program
Free parking
Employee recognition and rewards
Comprehensive benefits supporting health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning