Registered Nurse (RN): Ortho Joint Surgical
hace 3 días
Milwaukee
Ortho/Joint/Surgical Unit Nurse Opportunity St. Luke's Medical Center's 11T is an Ortho/Joint/Surgical unit with 24 private patient rooms located on the 11th floor of the Garden Tower. Our nursing staff are integral members of a collaborative interdisciplinary team and are supported by unit-based case management, social work, pharmacist, physical therapist, and a network of clinicians from all medical specialties. We promote growth and development of our nurses by encouraging certification in Ortho, Med-Surg, Pain, Palliative Care and Geriatrics. Shared Governance opportunities for growth in career: ACC, EXCEL, NSI champion groups and support of professional development opportunities at a local and national level. Elevate your work/home life balance as an employee with the following: • This position is eligible for a SIGN-ON BONUS up to $10,000 payable after hire., • Loan Forgiveness: up to $21,000, • Tuition Assistance: up to $7200 per year, • RN Referral $5,000 for Advocate Aurora Teammates, • Military/Veteran Friendly, • Nurse Residency for RN's with less than 1-years' experience, • Newly Licensed RN's: team support throughout orientation, Nurse Residency Program, and continued education to build a strong foundation in your professional practice., • Experienced RN's: Join our winning team! Bring your skill set and we will foster your professional development in the organization., • Being part of a highly skilled, resilient, and versatile group of teammates committed to ensuring the delivery of quality and compassionate healthcare to diverse patient populations., • Quickly adapting and integrating into new working relationships through consistent collaboration., • Coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures., • Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices., • Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care., • Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes., • Upholds and promotes a culture of safety., • Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed., • May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures., • Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation., • Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications., • Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care., • Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.)., • Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation., • May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs. Education Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program. Certification / Registration / License • Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty. New graduate RN's and Experienced RN's welcome! Knowledge / Skills / Abilities • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking., • Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment., • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday., • Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies., • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present., • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions., • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines., • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed., • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary., • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions., • Physical Abilities Testing may be required. Education Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.