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JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse-Acute functions as a vital member of the healthcare team by demonstrating a customer/patient focus, effective communication, professionalism self-development, and teamwork. The individual utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families. The Registered Nurse-Acute is expected to demonstrate excellent clinical, problem-solving, interpersonal and leadership skills and make decisions consistent with hospital policies, department protocols/guidelines, and the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act.
WORK SHIFT
Variable shifts including a weekend and holiday rotation.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: Diploma or degree in nursing.
Preferred/Optional: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: Two years hospital nursing experience
Those inpatient facilities participating in the Clinical Nurse Advancement Portfolio (CNAP) clinical ladder, refer to program documents for eligibility to advance/maintain CNAP level.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required:
Preferred/Optional:
Marshfield Medical Center
5 North-Neuro/Trauma
Registered Nurse-Acute
DEPARTMENT/UNIT DESCRIPTION
5 North is a 28-bed adult inpatient care unit in the department of Medical/Surgical Services. The unit provides 24-hour inpatient care to patients admitted with Neuro-Medical and Neuro-Surgical care needs as well as patients from Trauma Services.
Services Provided/Patient Conditions:
The more frequent patient populations specific to 5 North include:
In addition, the following patient types may be admitted to 5 North:
Staffing Mix:
Patient care is accomplished by 24/7 staffing through a combination of nursing personnel that include RN’s and CNA’s. Direct caregiver skill mix is determined each shift through established guidelines provided to the charge nurses by unit management. Fluctuations in daily staffing models may vary from shift to shift or day to day due to acuity of patients and availability of resources.
Patient Population:
The age groups treated on 5 North range from:
The predominant age range of the patients on 5 North is greater than 65 years of age. The least frequent age group is within the adolescent category. Patients from various cultures seen on 5 North including Native American, Hmong, Hispanic and Amish/Mennonite.
Frequent Procedures:
Department-specific procedures most frequently performed include:
Less Frequent Procedures:
Department-specific procedures less frequently performed include:
Equipment used:
Department-specific equipment/skills most frequently seen:
Department-specific equipment less frequently seen:
SERVICE LINE/DEPARTMENT LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
Individual must meet the minimum qualifications as stated within the system job description. The items noted below are in addition to the minimum qualifications.
Minimum Required:
Preferred/Optional:
Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.