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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-Hospital 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
Nights shift (NOC) , to include a weekend a 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:
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.
Marshfield Medical Center
7 North-Surgical/Ortho
Registered Nurse-Acute
DEPARTMENT/UNIT DESCRIPTION
7 North is a 29 bed patient care unit within the department of Adult Medical Surgical Services. The unit provides inpatient-nursing care to patients utilizing a Synergy Model of Care. Patients can be admitted with Orthopedic, Urology, Plastic, Vascular, Wound Healing, and GYN-Oncology Surgical care needs, along with non-surgical medical treatment needs.
Services Provided/Patient Conditions:
Specific surgical patient diagnoses include but are not limited to:
In addition, other specific patients that may be admitted to 7 North include:
Staffing Mix:
Patient care on 7 North 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 via a shift management tool. Fluctuations in daily staffing models may vary from shift to shift, or day to day, due to acuity of patients and availability of staff.
A multidisciplinary approach is taken to meet patient needs. Therapeutic care is provided to patients through Physical, Occupational, Recreational and Respiratory Therapy services. Wound/Ostomy Nurse Specialists work to assist in the management of care for patients with complex wound healing needs. Spiritual support is available 24/7 from Chaplains and local ministries. Case managers and Social Workers assist in discharge planning, and linking patient’s to resources in the community. Registered Dieticians and Speech Language Pathologists assist in meeting nutritional needs. Operational support is provided to the department from Health Unit Coordinators and Decentralized Transport.
Patient Population:
The population cared for on 7 North ranges from early adult (20-29 years) and young adult (30-44 years), to middle adult (45-65 years) and geriatric adult (>65 years). Cultural needs are considered for Native Americans, Hmong, Amish/Mennonite, and Hispanic patients who account for a small percentage of our total patient population. Interpretative services are available to patients and caregivers as needed.
Frequent Procedures:
7 North staff is dedicated to providing nursing care and education to their patients and families. Clinical procedures performed frequently on the unit include:
Equipment used:
Department-specific equipment/skills most frequently seen on 7 North include:
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.