Nurse Extern

Why ThedaCare

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold ambitious and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care lower costs and a healthier future for our patients our families our communities and our world.

At ThedaCare our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion excellence leadership innovation and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development accessible and transparent leadership and a commitment to work/life balance. If youre interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits with a whole-person approach to wellness

• Lifestyle Engagement
  • e.g. health coaches relaxation rooms health focused apps (Wonder Ripple) mental health support

• Access & Affordability
  • e.g. minimal or zero copays team member cost sharing premiums daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of an RN utilizes the nursing process evidence-based practice and specific competencies to assess the physical condition and nursing needs of patients and develop a plan of care in a collaborative practice with the patient and interprofessional team.

• Performs patient care under the supervision of the registered nurse in collaboration with the interprofessional team to provide the highest quality of care and clinical outcomes using evidence-based practice and specific competencies for the patient population served.
• Provides collected patient data to the registered nurse and documents all findings in the medical record.
• Works closely with and communicates effectively with peers in a work environment that promotes team work and collaboration.
• Identifies ways to improve the patients experience of care streamline care processes and lower costs while not jeopardizing quality to improve patient family and team member satisfaction.
• Provides basic nursing care including but not limited to: safety patient handling activities of daily living and vital signs.
• Identifies and escalates changes in patient status or patient risks to prevent crisis
• Provides care that is age appropriate culturally specific and developmentally appropriate in an environment that promotes patient safety
• Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients families team members and providers to support progression of care.

Qualifications:

• Presently attending a National League for Nursing (NLN) accredited school of nursing (Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program or an Associate Degree in Nursing program) with an anticipated graduation date of one year.
• You are encouraged to apply for this position 4-6 months PRIOR to meeting the above criteria.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Physical Demands:

• Ability to move freely (standing stooping walking bending pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance
• Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures

Work Environment:

• Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock
• Occasional high noise level in work environment
• Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time
• Transporting transferring positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases hazardous materials and pharmacological agents
• Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients

RN Highlights at ThedaCare:

• A.D.N to BSN program with strategic Nursing Tuition Assistance
• Magnet Journey- care model encompassing holistic view of people and community
• Academic partnerships that support student learning and Quality Improvement projects
• Clinician and Leader Nightingale Award recipient
• Nursing excellence and recognition program
• Robust Shared Governance
• Population Health and Life Inspired Movement
• Clinical Advancement Program (CAP)
• Onsite BLS ACLS PALS NRP TNCC ALSO and specialty certifications
• Development/Growth opportunity within the Organization: Emergency Services/Trauma Care Obstetrics Medical Surgical Intensive Care Intermediate Care Behavioral Health Surgical Services Cancer Care Homecare Hospice Skilled Nursing Care Neuro Care Orthopedics Bariatrics Inpatient Rehab Outpatient IV Ambulatory Clinic Diabetes Education Wound Care Telemetry/Cardiac Phone Triage and much more!

Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

I understand that this is a summary of job responsibilities and does not create contractual terms and conditions and is subject to change in order to meet organizational needs. My employment with ThedaCare is at-will.

I have read and understand the job description for my position. I agree to comply with the corporate policy and all laws rules regulations and standards of conduct relating to my position. As team member I understand my duty to report any suspected violation of law or the standards of conduct to my immediate supervisor or the Corporate Compliance Officer.

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