STAFF RN AMBULATORY CLINIC, FCP - MEQUON CARDIOLOGY

apartment Froedtert location_onMequon, WI, US

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Location: US:WI:MEQUON at our CP-MEQUON HEALTH CENTER facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 0.900000

Standard Hours: 36.00

Shift: Shift 1

Shift Details: Schedule TBD (Monday-Friday). No weekends/holidays.

Job Summary:

The Staff RN-Ambulatory Clinics works collaboratively as an active member of the interprofessional team to provide therapeutic patient and family centered care. The Staff RN-Ambulatory Clinics systematically and continuously collects and assesses data related to patient health status to develop, execute and evaluate the plan of care. The Staff RN-Ambulatory Clinics utilizes evidence to drive clinical decisions and practice related to individual and population health. The Staff RN-Ambulatory Clinics establishes goals and strategies for meeting care coordination needs across settings with the patient, family, and/or other care providers. The Staff RN-Ambulatory Clinics considers factors related to safety, effectiveness and fiscal accountability in planning and delivering care. The Staff RN-Ambulatory Clinics delegates and supervises care in accordance with the WI Nurse Practice. The Staff RN-Ambulatory Clinics participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives and assumes responsibility for their professional development. Major accountabilities of this role include patient care coordination, direct patient care, patient education, telephone triage/eVisits, and performing/assisting with in-clinic minor procedures. May float to other areas on as needed for operations need. Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

Clinical experience and/or interest in the care and management of patient populations specific to the area of employment. At least 1 year of relevant nursing experience is preferred.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

Nursing licensure required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred.

LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:

Requires current state of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or Multi-state Nursing License from a participating state in the NLC (Nurse Licensure Compact). American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.

Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

Paid time off
Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
Referral bonuses
Retirement plan - 403b
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.

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Use courteous, cooperative, and respectful behavior when working with patients, families, physicians, visitors, and Hospital employees. Demonstrate a working knowledge of Hospital/department policies and procedures. Demonstrate consistent acceptance of professional accountability for own practice shown by follow-through on patient and organizational concerns. Support changes in staffing/scheduling when unit and Hospital patient care needs require. Accept reassignment in a positive manner. Demonstrate willingness to adjust work schedule, when able, to meet patient’s needs. Recognize need for support, seek appropriate assistance when needed, and offer assistance to peers. Project a professional image by wearing appropriate, professional attire. Education/Training Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred. Registered nurse licensed by State Board of Nursing in the state of employment. License must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing in the state of employment. American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or is required within thirty (30) days of date-of-hire. Bi-annual re-certification is required. Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of date-of-hire. Annual re-certification is required. Previous psychiatric experience with children, adolescents and adults is preferred. At the Hospital’s discretion, may be required to hold a qualified medical professional (QMP) designation. Must be deemed competent to serve as a QMP, as outlined in the Medical Staff bylaws of Rogers Memorial Hospital. This designation is evaluated and potentially renewed at least annually, based on results of the QMP job competency. Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS §40 are required to have either training in psychiatric nursing, including training in work with children with mental health disorders, or one (1) year of experience working in a clinical setting with these children. The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation, which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth, an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges. https://rogersbhfoundation.org/ EOE/MFDV Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action – Rogers Behavioral Health (rogersbh.org) With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including: Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family 401(k) retirement plan Employee share program Life/disability insurance Flex spending accounts Tuition reimbursement Health and wellness program Employee assistance program (EAP) Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please visit Transparency in Coverage (uhc.com)