RN, Registered Nurse | PreOp/Recovery

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

HSA/FSA

401k with match

Career development

Job summary

Gundersen Health System in Wisconsin is seeking an RN to join the Pre Op/Recovery team. This role offers diverse patient care experiences, work-life balance, and the opportunity to collaborate with a supportive team.

Pre Op duties include assessing and preparing patients for surgery, providing education, and discharge planning; Recovery focuses on monitoring consciousness and vitals and managing pain or nausea.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin RN license
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS for healthcare providers
• Minimum 2 years RN experience

Responsibilities

• Pre Op: assess and prepare patients for surgery, provide education, discharge planning preparation
• Recovery/PACU: monitor consciousness and vitals, manage post-operative pain or nausea

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.Scheduled Weekly Hours:35Emplify Health by Gundersen is looking for an RN to join the Pre Op/Recovery team!This opportunity will allow you a variety of patient care experiences, work-life balance and to work with a great team!What you will do:0.875 fte; 70 hours every two weeksPre Op - Four 10-hour shifts per pay period, primarily 8:00am-6:30pm or 9:00am-7:30pmRecovery Room - Three 10-hour shift between the hours of 6:30am and 7:00pmHours may flex based on department needApproximately (1) weeknight call shift every 6 weeks from 11pm - 7am. Approximately 3 weekend call shifts every 6 monthsWeekend call hours include Friday 11pm – 7am, Saturday 7pm - 7am, or Sunday 7pm - 7amWeeknight call is assigned; weekend call is self-scheduled. 1 hour response time for call shifts1 scheduled holiday per yearA fast-paced department cares for a variety of surgical specialties varying in age from pediatric to geriatricPre-op primary responsibilities include assessing and preparing the patient for surgery, providing education, and preparing for discharge homeRecovery room/PACU primary responsibility is monitoring levels of consciousness, vitals, and treating post operative side effects such as pain or nausea.What you will need:RN license to work in the state of WisconsinMinimum of an Associate Degree in NursingBLS for healthcare providers2 years RN experience requiredWhat you will get:Starting pay of $38.96/hr and up, based on your years of experience, as well as generous shift/weekend/holiday differentialsStrong team with a lot of experienced staffDepartmental leadership support including Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor and Professional Development Nurse (Nurse Educator)Comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team memberSubstantial Retirement Contribution (401k with match & annual Base Contribution)Support for your career growth with access to our Career Development CenterEmplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.Equal Opportunity EmployerI f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.Equal Opportunity Employer