RN Urgent Care Clinic-Hartford Casual Status

Advocate Health•Hartford, WI

27d•$36 - $53

About The Position

The RN Urgent Care Clinic role provides nursing care in an immediate care setting. The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The role monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to support patient outcomes. It includes safe administration of medications, treatments, and therapies as applicable; accurate and timely EHR documentation; and care appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs. The nurse contributes to a culture of safety and participates in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives. The role requires effective communication, teamwork, appropriate delegation, ethical decision-making, and ongoing professional development. The nurse may be asked to float within the designated service area to meet patient-care needs. This is a casual, part-time position with a requirement of 24 hours per month, including one Saturday or Sunday shift, one Friday shift, and one holiday per year. The employee must be willing and able to complete at least 24 hours of departmental training during the first two weeks. The role may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases, requiring protective equipment as appropriate.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state or states where nursing services are provided.
Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions and electronic records or other digital platforms.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment when needed due to possible exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
Willingness and ability to complete at least 24 hours of departmental training during the first two weeks.
Ability to meet the casual schedule requirement of 24 monthly hours, including one weekend shift, one Friday shift, and one holiday per year.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care while engaging patients and families.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, give and receive feedback, resolve conflicts, and support team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient-care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs, applying knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan.
Meet the casual schedule requirement of 24 monthly hours, including one weekend shift, one Friday shift, and one holiday per year.
Complete a minimum of 24 hours of departmental training during the first two weeks.