Description St. Croix Health is currently seeking part-time (0.6 FTE) Infusion Registered Nurse to join our team. This position will work Monday through Friday, day shift. Will work in both Infusion locations: St. Croix Falls and Frederic. The Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed healthcare professional who delivers therapeutic, patient- and family-centered care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The RN conducts comprehensive nursing assessments including physical, psychosocial, functional, and educational readiness evaluations to inform individualized care plans. The RN develops, implements, and continuously evaluates these plans to support effective treatment, safe discharge planning, and continuity of care. The RN delegates and supervises care in accordance with the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act, applying clinical judgment and ethical decision-making. In this role, the RN actively integrates evidence-based practice, participates in quality improvement initiatives, and maintains accountability for ongoing professional development. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provide skilled patient care Conduct comprehensive and systematic assessment of patients’ behavioral, physical, physiological, and psychosocial health using interviews, observations, and physical exams. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to plan and deliver evidence-based, patient- and family-centered nursing care. Develop and implement individualized care plans, coordinate care transitions across the continuum while adhering to established standards and outcomes. Provide clear, timely communication to patient and families regarding expected care processes and discharge planning to support optimal outcomes. Evaluate patient responses to care plans and adjust interventions accordingly, incorporating post-discharge needs in coordination with the care team. Deliver safe, competent, and ethical care in accordance with clinical policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring care is culturally sensitive, patient-focused, and evidence-based. Maintain accountability for managing individualized nursing care, ensuring a holistic approach to both patient and family needs. Assess patient and family readiness to learn, providing individualized education and utilizing available resources to meet specific learning needs. Apply clinical standards and protocols to enhance care quality and promote cost-effective use of materials, staff, and technology. Actively participate in urgent and emergent care situations, providing support and intervention as appropriate. Prioritize and advocate for safety of patients, families, visitors, and team members. Function independently within scope of practice and delegate appropriately, ensuring quality outcomes through collaborative practice. Contribute to unit-based patient satisfaction goals and supports the organization’s strategic priorities. 2. Demonstrate personal and professional growth and competent nursing practice Apply knowledge of infection control practices and their direct impact on patient care outcomes. Promote and consistently adheres to best practice in hand hygiene. Utilize critical thinking and sound clinical judgement to guide decision-making in complex patient care situations. Integrate clinical knowledge into practice by appropriately responding to varying clinical situations. Engage in professional development through ongoing education, quality improvement initiatives, and information sharing. Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to peers. 3. Accurate documentation in EMR Document data related to patients’ care, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes. 4. Communicate with internal and external customers Communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop, manage and evaluate individualized patient treatment plans. Partner with physicians and other healthcare providers to assess, plan, implement, and revise patient care strategies. Supervise and delegate tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants, ensuring quality and compliance with care standards. Provide education and support to individuals, families, and groups on topics such as disease prevention, wellness, and childbirth, while contributing to the development of health promotion initiatives. Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients, families, and communities, including evaluation of home and work environments (role specific) to identify potential health or safety risks. Report patient status and any notable changes to the physician during procedures involving anesthesia. Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and their families to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans. Evaluate and support the needs of patients’ family members and caregivers to promote holistic, patient-centered care. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree in nursing required; Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred Licensure: Current WI Registered Nurse license required Certifications : BLS required upon hire ONS certification required within 6 months in role Experience: Infusion or acute care services experience preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong verbal and active listening skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Skilled in critical thinking and problem solving, using logic and reasoning to evaluate options and determine the most effective solutions. Attentive and empathetic listener who seeks to understand others’ perspectives before responding. Capable of analyzing complex information and making sound clinical decisions based on evaluation of outcomes. Highly organized, with the ability to set clear goals, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently. Committed to providing compassionate care and support to patients, families, colleagues, and others in need of emotional or medical assistance. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. St. Croix Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact us at HR@scrmc.org or 800-828-3627. St. Croix Health has been a healing force in the St. Croix Valley for over 103 years. We are a purpose-driven organization with a dedicated team committed to serving our patients and communities throughout the St. Croix Valley. This commitment is rooted in our mission, vision and values. Mission : We help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. Vision : To transform from quality sick care to quality well care that is sustainable and affordable. Values : People Centered, Trust, Innovation, and Growth. Here at St. Croix Health we offer our employees with a robust benefits package that includes: Health, vision and dental insurance 403b retirement program with employer match Paid time off Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance options Education reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) Wellbeing incentive program Free parking Employee prescription discount program St. Croix Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system located in St. Croix Falls, WI dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. St. Croix Health offers the services of 80+ providers and 20 specialties with five community clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin all supported by a critical access hospital on the main campus in St. Croix Falls, just an hour northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Nestled in the bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley, St. Croix Falls is the ideal place to work, live and play.
Description St. Croix Health is currently seeking a scheduled part-time (0.6 FTE) Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse to join our team. This position will work a combination of mid-shifts (11 am - 11:30 pm) and night shifts (7 pm - 7:30 am). Schedule will include every third weekend and holiday. The Staff Registered Nurse is responsible for the professional nursing functions of supporting, planning, directing, communicating, and evaluating direct patient care for all age spans and for providing an environment of unsurpassed service. This position will demonstrate proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contribute to nursing assessment and the development of a nursing care plan, and participate in the evaluation of nursing care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provide Skilled Patient Care Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects. Record patients' medical information and vital signs. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions. Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions. Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity. Prescribe or recommend drugs, medical devices, or other forms of treatment, such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures. Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition. Manage patients' pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patients' responses, and changing care plans accordingly. Perform emergency medical procedures, such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and other condition-stabilizing interventions. Diagnose acute or chronic conditions that could result in rapid physiological deterioration or life-threatening instability. Assess urgent and emergent health conditions, using both physiologically and technologically derived data. Assess the impact of illnesses or injuries on patients' health, function, growth, development, nutrition, sleep, rest, quality of life, or family, social and educational relationships. Distinguish between normal and abnormal developmental and age-related physiological and behavioral changes in acute, critical, and chronic illness. Order, perform, or interpret the results of diagnostic tests and screening procedures based on assessment results, differential diagnoses, and knowledge about age, gender and health status of clients. Follows standards of nursing care as well as the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation while delivering high quality patient care. Ability to assess multiple systems, develop plan of care providing intervention and education an assess outcomes of patient care Prioritizes patient care based on individual departments and overall patient needs Consistently identifies learning needs, tailors instructions to the patients level of understanding and documents response to education 2. Demonstrates personal and professional growth and competent nursing practice. Knowledge of Infection control practices and the relationship to patient care outcomes Promotes and consistently demonstrates hand hygiene Demonstrates critical thinking skills Applies knowledge based on clinical situations 3. Accurate Documentation in the EMR Document data related to patients' care, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes. 4. Communicates Effectively For Internal and External Customers Collaborate with members of multidisciplinary health care teams to plan, manage, or assess patient treatments. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans. Direct and oversee Certified Nursing Assistants Instruct individuals, families, or other groups on topics such as health education, disease prevention, or childbirth and develop health improvement programs. Assess the needs of individuals, families, or communities, including assessment of individuals' home or work environments, to identify potential health or safety problems. Inform physician of patient's condition during anesthesia. Discuss illnesses and treatments with patients and family members. Assess the needs of patients' family members or caregivers. Requirements Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing required Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred Licensure: Current WI Registered Nurse required Certifications: BLS required upon hire ACLS completed within 6 months in role PALS completed within 6 months TNCC completed within 12 months in role ENPC completed within 12 months in role Experience: One-year acute care services experience required Emergency services experience preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication and listening skills Demonstrated ability to work independently with little direction and manage multiple demands and priorities Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times St. Croix Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact us at HR@scrmc.org or 800-828-3627. St. Croix Health has been a healing force in the St. Croix Valley for over 103 years. We are a purpose-driven organization with a dedicated team committed to serving our patients and communities throughout the St. Croix Valley. This commitment is rooted in our mission, vision and values. Mission: We help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. Vision: To transform from quality sick care to quality well care that is sustainable and affordable. Values: People Centered, Trust, Innovation, and Growth. Here at St. Croix Health we offer our employees with a robust benefits package that includes: Health, vision and dental insurance 403b retirement program with employer match Paid time off Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance options Education reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) Wellbeing incentive program Free parking Employee prescription discount program St. Croix Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system located in St. Croix Falls, WI dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. St. Croix Health offers the services of 80+ providers and 20 specialties with five community clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin all supported by a critical access hospital on the main campus in St. Croix Falls, just an hour northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Nestled in the bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley, St. Croix Falls is the ideal place to work, live and play.
Description St. Croix Health is currently seeking a scheduled part-time (0.6 FTE) Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse to join our team. This position will work night shifts (7 pm - 7:30 am). Schedule will include every third weekend and holiday. The Staff Registered Nurse is responsible for the professional nursing functions of supporting, planning, directing, communicating, and evaluating direct patient care for all age spans and for providing an environment of unsurpassed service. This position will demonstrate proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contribute to nursing assessment and the development of a nursing care plan, and participate in the evaluation of nursing care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provide Skilled Patient Care Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects. Record patients' medical information and vital signs. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions. Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions. Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity. Prescribe or recommend drugs, medical devices, or other forms of treatment, such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures. Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition. Manage patients' pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patients' responses, and changing care plans accordingly. Perform emergency medical procedures, such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and other condition-stabilizing interventions. Diagnose acute or chronic conditions that could result in rapid physiological deterioration or life-threatening instability. Assess urgent and emergent health conditions, using both physiologically and technologically derived data. Assess the impact of illnesses or injuries on patients' health, function, growth, development, nutrition, sleep, rest, quality of life, or family, social and educational relationships. Distinguish between normal and abnormal developmental and age-related physiological and behavioral changes in acute, critical, and chronic illness. Order, perform, or interpret the results of diagnostic tests and screening procedures based on assessment results, differential diagnoses, and knowledge about age, gender and health status of clients. Follows standards of nursing care as well as the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation while delivering high quality patient care. Ability to assess multiple systems, develop plan of care providing intervention and education an assess outcomes of patient care Prioritizes patient care based on individual departments and overall patient needs Consistently identifies learning needs, tailors instructions to the patients level of understanding and documents response to education 2. Demonstrates personal and professional growth and competent nursing practice. Knowledge of Infection control practices and the relationship to patient care outcomes Promotes and consistently demonstrates hand hygiene Demonstrates critical thinking skills Applies knowledge based on clinical situations 3. Accurate Documentation in the EMR Document data related to patients' care, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes. 4. Communicates Effectively For Internal and External Customers Collaborate with members of multidisciplinary health care teams to plan, manage, or assess patient treatments. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans. Direct and oversee Certified Nursing Assistants Instruct individuals, families, or other groups on topics such as health education, disease prevention, or childbirth and develop health improvement programs. Assess the needs of individuals, families, or communities, including assessment of individuals' home or work environments, to identify potential health or safety problems. Inform physician of patient's condition during anesthesia. Discuss illnesses and treatments with patients and family members. Assess the needs of patients' family members or caregivers. Requirements Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing required Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred Licensure: Current WI Registered Nurse required Certifications: BLS required upon hire ACLS completed within 6 months in role PALS completed within 6 months TNCC completed within 12 months in role ENPC completed within 12 months in role Experience: One-year acute care services experience required Emergency services experience preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication and listening skills Demonstrated ability to work independently with little direction and manage multiple demands and priorities Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times St. Croix Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact us at HR@scrmc.org or 800-828-3627. St. Croix Health has been a healing force in the St. Croix Valley for over 103 years. We are a purpose-driven organization with a dedicated team committed to serving our patients and communities throughout the St. Croix Valley. This commitment is rooted in our mission, vision and values. Mission: We help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. Vision: To transform from quality sick care to quality well care that is sustainable and affordable. Values: People Centered, Trust, Innovation, and Growth. Here at St. Croix Health we offer our employees with a robust benefits package that includes: Health, vision and dental insurance 403b retirement program with employer match Paid time off Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance options Education reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) Wellbeing incentive program Free parking Employee prescription discount program St. Croix Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system located in St. Croix Falls, WI dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. St. Croix Health offers the services of 80+ providers and 20 specialties with five community clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin all supported by a critical access hospital on the main campus in St. Croix Falls, just an hour northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Nestled in the bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley, St. Croix Falls is the ideal place to work, live and play.
Description St. Croix Health is looking for a full-time (0.75 FTE) Registered Nurse to work in our Med/Surg department. This position will work straight night shifts (7pm - 7:30am), every 3rd weekend and every 3rd holiday. The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed healthcare professional who delivers therapeutic, patient- and family-centered care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The RN conducts comprehensive nursing assessments including physical, psychosocial, functional, and educational readiness evaluations to inform individualized care plans. The RN develops, implements, and continuously evaluates these plans to support effective treatment, safe discharge planning, and continuity of care. The RN delegates and supervises care in accordance with the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act, applying clinical judgment and ethical decision-making. In this role, the RN actively integrates evidence-based practice, participates in quality improvement initiatives, and maintains accountability for ongoing professional development. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provide skilled patient care Conduct comprehensive and systematic assessment of patients’ behavioral, physical, physiological, and psychosocial health using interviews, observations, and physical exams. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to plan and deliver evidence-based, patient- and family-centered nursing care. Develop and implement individualized care plans, coordinate care transitions across the continuum while adhering to established standards and outcomes. Provide clear, timely communication to patient and families regarding expected care processes and discharge planning to support optimal outcomes. Evaluate patient responses to care plans and adjust interventions accordingly, incorporating post-discharge needs in coordination with the care team. Deliver safe, competent, and ethical care in accordance with clinical policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring care is culturally sensitive, patient-focused, and evidence-based. Maintain accountability for managing individualized nursing care, ensuring a holistic approach to both patient and family needs. Assess patient and family readiness to learn, providing individualized education and utilizing available resources to meet specific learning needs. Apply clinical standards and protocols to enhance care quality and promote cost-effective use of materials, staff, and technology. Actively participate in urgent and emergent care situations, providing support and intervention as appropriate. Prioritize and advocate for safety of patients, families, visitors, and team members. Function independently within scope of practice and delegate appropriately, ensuring quality outcomes through collaborative practice. Contribute to unit-based patient satisfaction goals and supports the organization’s strategic priorities. 2. Demonstrate personal and professional growth and competent nursing practice Apply knowledge of infection control practices and their direct impact on patient care outcomes. Promote and consistently adheres to best practice in hand hygiene. Utilize critical thinking and sound clinical judgement to guide decision-making in complex patient care situations. Integrate clinical knowledge into practice by appropriately responding to varying clinical situations. Engage in professional development through ongoing education, quality improvement initiatives, and information sharing. Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to peers. 3. Accurate documentation in EMR Document data related to patients’ care, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes. 4. Communicate with internal and external customers Communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop, manage and evaluate individualized patient treatment plans. Partner with physicians and other healthcare providers to assess, plan, implement, and revise patient care strategies. Supervise and delegate tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants, ensuring quality and compliance with care standards. Provide education and support to individuals, families, and groups on topics such as disease prevention, wellness, and childbirth, while contributing to the development of health promotion initiatives. Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients, families, and communities, including evaluation of home and work environments (role specific) to identify potential health or safety risks. Report patient status and any notable changes to the physician during procedures involving anesthesia. Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and their families to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans. Evaluate and support the needs of patients’ family members and caregivers to promote holistic, patient-centered care. Requirements Education: Associate’s degree in nursing required; Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred Licensure: Current WI Registered Nurse license required Certifications : BLS required upon hire Experience: Acute care services experience preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong verbal and active listening skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Skilled in critical thinking and problem solving, using logic and reasoning to evaluate options and determine the most effective solutions. Attentive and empathetic listener who seeks to understand others’ perspectives before responding. Capable of analyzing complex information and making sound clinical decisions based on evaluation of outcomes. Highly organized, with the ability to set clear goals, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently. Committed to providing compassionate care and support to patients, families, colleagues, and others in need of emotional or medical assistance. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. St. Croix Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact us at HR@scrmc.org or 800-828-3627. St. Croix Health has been a healing force in the St. Croix Valley for over 103 years. We are a purpose-driven organization with a dedicated team committed to serving our patients and communities throughout the St. Croix Valley. This commitment is rooted in our mission, vision and values. Mission: We help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. Vision: To transform from quality sick care to quality well care that is sustainable and affordable. Values: People Centered, Trust, Innovation, and Growth. Here at St. Croix Health we offer our employees with a robust benefits package that includes: Health, vision and dental insurance 403b retirement program with employer match Paid time off Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance options Education reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) Wellbeing incentive program Free parking Employee prescription discount program St. Croix Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system located in St. Croix Falls, WI dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. St. Croix Health offers the services of 80+ providers and 20 specialties with five community clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin all supported by a critical access hospital on the main campus in St. Croix Falls, just an hour northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Nestled in the bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley, St. Croix Falls is the ideal place to work, live and play.
Description St. Croix Health is seeking a RN Manager for our Operating Room team. This position is a full-time (1.0 FTE) exempt position. This position leads the surgical services teams, which includes oversight of nursing and professional/technical staff in the OR, Sterile Processing and Endoscopy, creating a continuous, patient-centered, positive evolution of care delivery and care coordination. This role manages the day-to-day operation of the unit to maximize patient safety, clinical outcomes, customer satisfaction and intra and inter-departmental workflow as well as manages employee relations, oversees recruitment and onboarding activities, and assists with performance assessments and competencies. Assures compliance with all Policy, Procedure and regulatory standards. Manages financial resources and budgeting. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Operational Accountability Manage the day-to-day programs, systems, operations, and resources of surgical services to assure the safe and appropriate delivery of best-practice procedures and patient care and compliance with regulatory requirements. Provide input, suggests modifications, and implements policies and procedures in accordance with industry standards; evaluates and monitors compliance on a routine basis. Collaborate with department head and other leadership to ensure the necessary resources are in place to execute the work of the department. Ensure appropriate documentation is occurring in accordance with EMR requirements and relevant compliance and policy obligations. Provide skilled care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. Evaluate and monitor effectiveness of patient care and promotes continuous quality improvement. Establish and maintain relevant controls and feedback systems to monitor the operation of the department. 2. Staff Management and Development Plan, direct, and guide work of direct reports. Manage and monitor department schedules, ensuring adequate staffing levels and coverage based on acuity and need. Ensure staff are appropriately trained and competent in performance of assigned duties; assesses competencies of staff on regular basis in accordance with established standards and practices. Coach, mentor, and develop staff to promote skill development. Manage hiring initiatives; generate requisitions, coordinate interview team, conduct interviews, select staff to fill open positions, establish training plan, assist with orientation and onboarding activities Monitor and evaluate staff performance and accountability; perform rounding with assigned staff on routine basis; assist with resolving concerns or performance barriers to ensure staff are set up for success. 3. Performance and Quality Improvement Collect and review appropriate data to assist in the assessment of programs, procedures, and quality initiatives. Assist team with advanced procedures and concepts. Identify and implement process improvement efforts both within functional oversight areas and spanning multiple departments. Plan, evaluate, and improve the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output. 4. Strategic Planning and Execution Assist in the development and deployment of plans and programming to assist in attainment of organizational strategic initiatives. 5. Clinical knowledge and Scope Serve as a resource as all members of the peri-operative team. Keep job knowledge current with needs of the department. Maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the hospital and department by assimilation of the nursing process into practice. Adhere to all criteria within the scope of Staff RN job description. Serve as department subject matter expert regarding Infection Prevention, Fire Safety, Right to Know, and all other department policies. Consistently demonstrate clinical competence in nursing procedures and patient care. 6. Department Budget and Fiscal scope Review requests for new supplies and equipment; orders and maintains necessary supplies, tools, and equipment through requisition process. Identify and escalate capital equipment needs. Educate staff and physicians on cost containment and conservation of supplies and equipment. Monitor supply usage and special/one-time requests. Work with departmental leadership and vendors on pricing. Identify, communicate and initiate cost reduction ideas. Assist in the development and monitoring of operational and capital budgets. 7. Other duties as assigned. Implement and evaluate standards of nursing practice and other internal/external regulatory requirements Assist with various projects and initiatives as needed. Requirements Education & Licensure: ASN required; BSN preferred Current WI RN license Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire ACLS required within 6 months of hire PALS required within 6 months of hire Experience: 5 years of prior perioperative experience required; Operating Room RN experience preferred Minimum 3 years of management experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication and listening skills Demonstrated ability to work independently with little direction and manage multiple demands and priorities Exceptional interpersonal skills; role model in customer service skills Understanding of operations of operating room, sterile processing and endoscopy services Excellent critical thinking, reasoning and analytical skills Demonstrated ability to effectively train others; develop and implement training plans Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversee Surgical Services Staff including scheduling, timecard review, identifying developmental & training needs, navigating performance concerns and other relevant employee relations functions. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times St. Croix Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Croix Health has been a healing force in the St. Croix Valley for over 103 years. We are a purpose-driven organization with a dedicated team committed to serving our patients and communities throughout the St. Croix Valley. This commitment is rooted in our mission, vision and values. Mission: We help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. Vision: To transform from quality sick care to quality well care that is sustainable and affordable. Values: People Centered, Trust, Innovation, and Growth. Here at St. Croix Health we offer our employees with a robust benefits package that includes: Health, vision and dental insurance 403b retirement program with employer match Paid time off Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance options Education reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) Wellbeing incentive program Free parking Employee prescription discount program St. Croix Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system located in St. Croix Falls, WI dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. St. Croix Health offers the services of 80+ providers and 20 specialties with five community clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin all supported by a critical access hospital on the main campus in St. Croix Falls, just an hour northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Nestled in the bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley, St. Croix Falls is the ideal place to work, live and play.
