RN - Burn ICU

Company: Ascension
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: October 29, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionDetails

• Sign-on bonus: $15,000
• Department: Burn Unit
• Schedule: 12 hour shifts; 7P-7A; RN's work every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays.
• Hospital: Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee
• Location: Milwaukee, WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community *Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.Responsibilities Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
  • Implement and monitor patient care plans.
  • Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
  • Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
  • Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
  • Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration:
    • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.Education:
      • Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.Additional Preferences Burn ICU - 12 bed unit Ascension Columbia-St.Mary's Regional Burn Center is one of two burn centers in the state of Wisconsin. The Center consists of both a 12 bed Acuity Adaptable ICU for Adult inpatients and an Outpatient Burn Clinic, which treats both adults and children. Our patient population comes from the eastern half of Wisconsin, Upper Michigan and Upper Illinois. The patient population consists of patients with burns from flame, scalds,grease,chemical, electrical and frostbite. We also treat skin sloughing disorders i.e. TENS, SJS. and large wounds,such as necrotizingfasciitis,and Fournier's gangrene. We also care for other Medical and Surgical ICU overflow patients. Some of the Burn nurses also float down to the Outpatient Burn Clinic and share their expertise in that setting. We welcome enthusiastic applicants who are willing to learn in a growing tertiary care environment and have a passion for caring for our very vulnerable patient population. We pride ourselves on providing high quality care. We have daily shift huddles. We depend on our team to support the quality of care our patients deserve. Daily multidisciplinary patient rounds support the review of patient care goals in a collaborative and educational manner. The multidisciplinary team consists of our Intensivist, RNs, Respiratory Therapy, Case Managers, Social workers OT, PT, Speech Therapy, Pharmacists, Psychologist, CNS, APNP and Chaplin services. The Burn Center is part of a Catholic not for profit Health system that is patient centered and dedicated to positive patient outcomes. We believe in healing physically,mentally and spiritually. We have a diverse group of staff that is team oriented and addresses the physical, spiritual and psychosocial care. We work closely with our physicians to provide the care our patients require.Why Join Our Team Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

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