Registered Nurse, Gastroenterology - Variable Shifts

Mercyhealth; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Tuition and certification reimburse

On-Demand Pay

Employee discounts

Well-being Programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a registered nurse to provide compassionate care in a clinical setting. The role involves administering medications, performing nursing assessments, and coordinating patient plans across units as needed.

ADN is required with BSN preferred; RN license in the state of practice and CPR/BLS certifications within 90 days are required. The position includes variable shifts and potential weekend/holiday coverage within Mercyhealth's integrated health system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.
• Licensed RN in state of practice and CPR/BLS certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per standards and policies.
• Performs nursing assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Develops and executes an individualized patient care plan.
• Participates in department/unit improvement activities and peer review.
• Escalates patient safety and experience issues through appropriate channels.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Critical thinking

Education

ADN required

BSN preferred

RN licensed in state of practice

Tools

CPR/BLS certified

ACLS/PALS (per unit)

Job description

OVERVIEWProvides compassionate nursing care to patients in a clinical setting while supporting the Mercyhealth nursing mission and values. May include variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or on-call hours. May also float to different units based on staffing needs and clinical competency. Performs other related duties as assigned.Schedule: 40 hours per weekShift: VariableESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUtilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws practice act.Documents according to standards of care.Performs assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and or clinic policy including patient and family instruction.Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.Utilizes clinical expertise and guidance to other units’ departments in support of the patient’s longitudinal plan of care.Utilizes critical thinking regarding patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.Participates in the professional nursing continuum process, unit practice activities and decisions and peer review process.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited nursing program.ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines)CERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as an RN in state of practiceApproved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 daysOther certification(s) per unit requirements. For example : ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and NRPOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMay include color blind test (per department guidelines)LEVEL OF SUPERVISIONN/APAY RANGE:$34.45 - $51.68Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women