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WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

Join the SSM Health Team and Fulfill Your Calling! 

Our Culture 

At SSM Health, we bring together and cultivate exceptional people. When our employees thrive, so does our healing Mission. 

SSM Health is committed to creating a partnership with employees. We ask our employees to actively engage and participate in decisions that impact on their work. We celebrate together and recognize those people who help us deliver an exceptional experience. 

 

Our Opportunities  

SSM Health offers competitive compensation. In addition, relevant work experience will be factored into your offer. Comprehensive Benefits Package 

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Income based medical insurance premium discounts HSA/FSA options Short and Long-Term Disability Generous PTO 403b/401k retirement plans Daily Pay options available! 

Department: PCU ​Progressive Care UnitPatient Population or Ratio: Progressive Care Unit, High functioning patients with Intermediate higher careSign On Bonus: up to $10,000​Schedule: Full Time - 36 hours per week, Night ShiftStarting Pay: $37.74​Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts​Location: St. Mary's Madison Hospital 

Job Summary:

Provides direct nursing care in settings where patients require complex assessments and intervention, in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Obtains comprehensive data pertinent to the patient from the patient, family other healthcare providers to develop a holistic picture of the patient’s needs or condition.Analyzes and synthesizes data from the assessment in determining diagnosis or conditions relevant to care.Identifies optimal outcomes for the patient in collaboration with the patient, family and interprofessional team.Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain outcomes, using clinical judgement in collaboration with patient, family and interprofessional care team.Implements the plan, employing strategies to promote and maintain a safe environment, coordinates implementation with patient, family and interprofessional team.Evaluates processes and progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes.Contributes to the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, evaluates their own practice, and maintains current knowledge and competence.Communicates effectively in all areas of practice, collaborates with patient, family and interprofessional team.Uses clinical inquiry and integrates best evidence into practice.Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to critical care nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.Constant standing and walking.Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Occasional lifting/moving of patients.Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Occasional driving.Rare crawling and running.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS 

 
State of Work Location: Wisconsin 

    Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)     And         Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State         Or         Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services     And         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)         Or         Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)         Or         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP)         Or         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)         Or         Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)

Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

1308000007 Progressive Care Unit

Scheduled Weekly Hours:36

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