Circulating Registered Nurse - Full Time Days

ScionHealth; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Watertown Regional Medical Center, an acute-care hospital in southeastern Wisconsin, seeks a Registered Nurse – Surgery (RN‑Surgery) to provide direct perioperative nursing care. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team across all age groups.

The position requires Wisconsin RN licensure, BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and preferably 1 year of perioperative experience; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on standards and the nursing process.
• Administers medications and treatments per policy.
• Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately.
• Monitors and communicates patient condition to the team, patient, and family.
• Coordinates with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care.
• Educates patients and families on procedures, recovery, and post-op care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

EMR proficiency

HIPAA compliance

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR

Job description

About Watertown Regional Medical Center

Be part of Watertown Regional Medical Center, an acute‑care hospital in southeastern Wisconsin that consistently earns national awards for its high‑quality care from the likes of Becker's Hospital Review, Chartis, Healthgrades, The Leapfrog Group, and parent company ScionHealth. Watertown Regional's exceptional care across multiple specialty services is also reflected in its numerous accreditations and certifications. Join our team and grow your career in a hospital where everyday excellence meets or exceeds expectations.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse – Surgery (RN‑Surgery) provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients within an acute care hospital setting. Utilizing the nursing process, the RN‑Surgery assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes. This role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and ensures patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process.

Essential Functions

• Delivers patient‑centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing process
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with policy
• Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately
• Monitors, evaluates, and communicates patient condition to healthcare team, patient, and family
• Coordinates and collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care
• Participates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed
• Educates patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post‑operative care
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well‑being of patients throughout the surgical experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Expectations

• Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to function effectively in high‑stress, fast‑paced environments
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members
• Competency in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines
• Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods
• Willingness to comply with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
• Attends required staff meetings and maintains required certifications and competencies

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy)

Experience

• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred
• Previous perioperative or surgical services experience strongly preferred