ED RN - Day Shift

ThedaCare; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403B with company match

Competitive PTO

Wellness Program

Child Learning Center

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

ThedaCare is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN to provide comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced setting in Appleton, WI. You will assess patients, plan care with the team, and deliver high-quality outcomes while maintaining safety and patient experience.

Requirements include Wisconsin RN licensure, BSN (or completion within five years), and timely ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and ENPC certifications. ED orientation and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in Wisconsin required.
• BSN preferred; if not yet completed, must be completed within five years of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certifications must be obtained within stated timelines.
• TNCC and ENPC certifications must be obtained within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition using nursing process and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborate with physicians and interprofessional team to plan and deliver care.
• Promote quality, safety, and patient experience while managing risks.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interprofessional teamwork

Patient care

Education

Wisconsin RN Licensure

BSN degree or completion within 5 years

ACLS within 6 months

PALS within 6 months

TNCC within 18 months

ENPC within 18 months

Job description

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility.

A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits.

Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance.

If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare! Summary : Come join a team that truly believes in teamwork and putting the patient first.

We hold strong to our values and live them out daily. We are looking for you!

ThedaCare offers a competitive benefits package that fosters to you and your family's needs and well-being.

• Health Insurance
• 403B with company match
• Competitive PTO
• Wellness Program
• Child Learning Center
• Tuition Assistance

Job Description:

**ED or acute care experience highly preferred**

SCHEDULE:

12- hour DAY shift (7a-7p) Every 3rd weekend required Holiday rotation

UNIT DETAILS:

• 26 bed Emergency Department
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Level III Trauma Center
• Close partnership with ER provider team
• Positive and engaging work environment that fosters learning and development
• Variety in your career and unique experiences every shift
• Opportunity to care for a diverse patient population, including lifesaving opportunities in critical situations
• Tailored orientation plan to meet your development needs
• Compensated ACLS, PALS and TNCC certifications
• Opportunity for further committee work, clinical advancement and advanced accreditations

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Utilizes the nursing process, evidence-based practice, and specific competencies to assess the physical condition and nursing needs of patients, and develops a plan of care in a collaborative practice with the patient and interprofessional team. Plans for the care needs of the patient in collaboration with the interprofessional team to provide the highest quality of care and clinical outcomes. Demonstrates clinical expertise in the provision of care in the clinical specialty assigned, and performs all functions of the professional clinical nurse (RN), which are age appropriate, developmentally sensitive, and culturally specific. Identifies ways to improve the patient’s experience of care, streamline care processes, and lower costs while promoting quality to improve patient, family, and team member satisfaction. Contributes to a professional environment that encourages mentoring, engagement, and development to retain expert clinicians. Provides consultation and maintains positive relationships with physicians and other interprofessional team members, collaborating to problem solve and improve patient care. Demonstrates, anticipates, and proactively manages risk to prevent crises. 8. Performs skillfully in life threatening emergencies, matching demands and resources during crises situations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Wisconsin RN Licensure American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) BSN Completion: Upon hire, any non-BSN nurse with less than one (1) year of licensed Registered Nurse experience will be required to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within five (5) years of hire.

Emergency Departments: American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire date American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire date Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC): RNs with less than 1 year of ED experience upon hire must complete Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) within 18 months of hire date and maintain every 4 years thereafter. RNs with greater than 1 year ED experience must complete Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) within 12 months of hire and maintain every 4 years thereafter.

Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (TCN): RNs with less than 1 year of Pediatric ED experience upon hire must complete Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) within 18 months of hire date and maintain every 4 years thereafter RNs with greater than 1-year Pediatric ED experience must complete Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) within 12 months of hire and maintain every 4 years thereafter.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock Occasional high noise level in work environment Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Scheduled FTE: 0.9 Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - Appleton,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Days

About ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services. We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities.

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ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.