Registered Nurse - Acute, Emergency Department (Night Shifts)
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse-Acute functions as a vital member of the healthcare team by demonstrating a customer / patient focus, effective communication, professionalism self-development, and teamwork.
The individual utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families.
The Registered Nurse-Hospital is expected to demonstrate excellent clinical, problem-solving, interpersonal and leadership skills and make decisions consistent with hospital policies, department protocols / guidelines, and the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Minimum Required : Diploma or degree in nursing.
Preferred / Optional : Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required : None
Preferred / Optional : Two years’ hospital nursing experience.
Those inpatient facilities participating in the Clinical Nurse Advancement Portfolio (CNAP) clinical ladder, refer to program documents for eligibility to advance / maintain CNAP level.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES
Minimum Required :
- Current State of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or Nurse Compact License.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of employment.
- Additional department-specific certifications, licenses, or memberships may be required (varies by department / location).
Preferred / Optional :
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.