Registered Nurse - Acute/ Nurse Technician (Med/Surg/ICU)

Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!Job Title : Registered Nurse - Acute / Nurse Technician (Med / Surg / ICU)Cost Center : 351011173 BDHos-Med-Surg NursingScheduled Weekly Hours : 32Employee Type : RegularWork Shift : 12-hour day shifts, variable days (United States of America)Job Description : * May be eligible for a sign-on bonus*JOB SUMMARYThe 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS1. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive patient care.

2. Works independently within scope of practice to provide safe, optimal patient care.3. Promotes a positive work environment and supports and / or leads change initiatives within the department and organization to achieve effective collaboration and communication.

4. Performs specialized or department-specific nursing functions as educationally prepared to provide safe and efficient patient care.

5. Completes documentation required for patient care in an accurate, concise, and timely manner.6. Assesses and addresses patient education needs to promote patient self-management upon discharge.

7. Communicates effectively with patients, families, visitors, staff, physicians, and employees of other agencies to create a positive customer service atmosphere.

8. Demonstrates positive problem solving and conflict resolution at intradepartmental and interdepartmental levels to promote effective communication with staff members.

9. Maintains awareness of current quality and safety measures on the unit and follows guidelines or reporting measures to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff.

10. Provides appropriate support to team members assigned to the patient and delegates responsibilities to team members within their scope of practice and competency level to address the needs of the patient in an efficient and patient centric manner.

11. Collaborates with other staff to organize the daily workload, prioritize care, and respond to patient crises and emergencies to assure quality patient care and improvement in the care processes.

12. Adheres to departmental policies and procedures and individualizes them to meet patient needs to maintain compliance with organizational, state and federal policy and to maintain patient satisfaction.

13. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.14. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES1. Other duties as assigned.JOB QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATIONFor positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Minimum Required : Diploma or degree in nursing.Preferred / Optional : Bachelor's degree in nursing.EXPERIENCEMinimum Required : NonePreferred / 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 / LICENSESThe following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position.

Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

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.

May be eligible for a sign-on bonus*Nurse Tech Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Nurse Technician functions under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse as a vital member of the healthcare team.

The individual will perform delegated functions of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

The Nurse Technician will utilize skills achieved through their educational programs and / or orientation within the scope of the position.

Hours : 2 : 30pm-11 : 00-pm, every other weekend and holiday rotationESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS1. Performs delegated functions of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to ensure patients receive the appropriate care needed.

2. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive patient care.3. Prioritizes patient care assignments based on changes in patient's condition and unanticipated interruptions, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, to achieve optimal, safe and cost effective patient and organizational outcomes.

4. Assists with facilitating interdisciplinary communication to help prioritize communications, optimize team functioning and enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.

5. Provides assessment information as directed by supervising Registered Nurse and collaborates with other staff, patients, families and interdisciplinary healthcare team.

6. Assists providers with exams, tests, procedures and administers other therapies, medications and treatments assigned by designated Registered Nurse to effectively treat the patient's medical condition(s).

7. Documents patient information in an accurate, concise, and timely manner to allow others to review and utilize in future care for the patient.

8. Assesses and addresses patient education needs under the direction of assigned Registered Nurse to promote patient self-management.

9. Participates in quality improvement activities to promote quality healthcare.10. Assists in emergency situations and remains current in emergency nursing procedures to ensure appropriate response based on the emergency at hand.

11. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.12. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES1. Other duties as assigned.JOB QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATIONFor positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Minimum Required : Nursing student actively enrolled in a board approved school of professional nursing, has graduated from such program and does not hold a temporary permit, or who has been unsuccessful on the nursing licensure exam and is retaking the exam Nurse Technician will only be available up to 6 months from date of graduation.

Preferred / Optional : NoneEXPERIENCEMinimum Required : NonePreferred / Optional : Experience with direct patient care in an acute care setting.

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSESThe following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position.

Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.

Preferred / Optional : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

May be eligible for a sign-on bonus*Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare.

Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve.

We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think.

We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.

Exclusion From Federal Programs : Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid.

This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his / her manager or the Health System's Compliance Officer if he / she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.