Job description

Registered Nurse - Acute Medical (with Med/Surg Residency option)

Marshfield Medical Center, the Marshfield Clinic Health System flagship hospital, cares for patients from throughout central, northern and western Wisconsin. Marshfield Medical Center offers primary, secondary, tertiary and Level II Trauma Center hospital services provided by Marshfield Clinic specialists.

Med Surg Residency program available to new grads.

Marshfield Medical Center, 6 North-Acute Medical, Registered Nurse-Hospital: 6 North is a 28-bed, private room, patient care unit within the department of Adult Medical Services. The unit provides inpatient-nursing care to patients utilizing a Synergy Model of Care. Patient can be admitted with a variety of medical related diagnoses.

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.

Services Provided/Patient Conditions:

These patients include but are not limited to:

• Chest Pain and other stable cardiac issues: Congestive Heart Failure, Hypertension, Atrial fibrillation
• Myocardial Infarction
• Pulmonary Emboli/Deep Vein Thrombosis
• Renal: Dialysis
• Gastro-Intestinal Non-surgical: Abdominal pain, Nausea/Vomiting, Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Respiratory/Pulmonary: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Pneumonia, Dyspnea
• Neuro/Stroke: Mental status changes, Weakness, Dementia
• Wounds
• Sepsis
• Cystic Fibrosis
• Diabetes
• Pain Management

Staffing Mix: Patient care on 6 North is accomplished by 24/7 staffing through a combination of nursing personnel that include RN’s, Nurse Techs and CNA’s. Direct caregiver skill mix is determined each shift through established guidelines provided to the charge nurses by unit management through 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. Additionally, therapy services are provided to patients through Physical, Occupational, and Respiratory Therapy services. Operational support is provided to the department from Health Unit Coordinators and Decentralized Transport.

Patient Population: The patient population on 6 North is approximately 4% early adult (20-29 years), 10% young adult (30-44 years), 20% middle adult (45-65 years) and 60% geriatric adult (>65 years). Cultural needs are considered for Native Americans, Hmong, Amish/Mennonite, and Hispanic patients who account 1% of our total patient population. Interpretative Services are available to nursing staff as needed.

6 North staff is dedicated to providing nursing care and education to their patients and families. Clinical procedures performed frequently on the unit include:

• Antibiotic therapy
• Blood product administration
• Anticoagulation therapy
• IV Drips: Heparin, Diltiazem, and Nitroglycerin
• Management of venous access devices: PIV, Central Line,PICC lines, Hickman catheters
• Chest Tube Management
• Trach Management
• Management of drains
• Insertion and care of feeding tubes
• Monitoring and management of oxygen therapy modalities
• Wound/dressing care including wound vac’s,
• Complex pain management

Department-specific equipment/skills most frequently seen on 6 North include:

• Neuro Checks
• O2 saturation monitor
• IVAC – IV pumps
• PCA pumps
• Telemetry monitor
• Tube feeding pumps
• Sequential TEDS/foot pumps
• Oxygen delivery equipment
• Bladder scanner
• EZ lift/stand
• Ceiling/Hoyer lifts
• Blood Glucose machines
• Oxygen delivery equipment (including bipap/cpap)

Requires:

• Diploma or degree in nursing; BSN preferred
• Two years of hospital nursing experience preferred
• Current State of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or Nurse Compact License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of employment; at time of hire preferred
• Medical Surgical Nursing Certification or Progressive Care Certification preferred

Check out the benefits that MCHS has to offer including a $0 premium health insurance plan for full-time employees: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/careers/benefits-library

You will also enjoy:

• Low cost of living within clean, safe environments
• Stable communities and short commutes
• Outstanding schools and affordable housing
• Plenty of recreational activities for all four seasons
• Easy access to Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee or Minneapolis/St. Paul

For a full job description and list of opportunities, please visit: https://marshfieldclinic.org/careers

Marshfield Medical Center – Marshfield, 611 N Saint Joseph Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449

At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve.

We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected, and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/about-us/hedi

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, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Medical-Surgical

Physical setting:

• Acute care

Work Location: In person

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