Circulating Registered Nurse, Part-time Day

Watertown, Wisconsin Facility Watertown Regional Medical Center Req ID 556077 Post Date 07/17/2026 Apply Now Description Sign On Bonus Eligible: $10,000 Be part of Watertown Regional Medical Center, an acute-care hospital in southeastern Wisconsin that consistently earns national awards for its high-quality care from the likes of Becker's Hospital Review, Chartis, Healthgrades, The Leapfrog Group, and parent company ScionHealth. Watertown Regional's exceptional care across multiple specialty services is also reflected in its numerous accreditations and certifications. Join our team and grow your career in a hospital where everyday excellence meets or exceeds expectations. Job Summary The Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients within an acute care hospital setting. Utilizing the nursing process, the RN-Surgery assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes. This role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and ensures patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process. Essential Functions Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing processAdministers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with policyDocuments all aspects of patient care clearly and accuratelyMonitors, evaluates, and communicates patient condition to healthcare team, patient, and familyCoordinates and collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient careParticipates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as neededEducates patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative careAdvocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients throughout the surgical experience Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skillsAbility to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environmentsEffective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team membersCompetency in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologiesCommitment to continuous learning and professional developmentAbility to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelinesPhysical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periodsWillingness to comply with all organizational and departmental policies and proceduresAttends required staff meetings and maintains required certifications and competencies Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Licenses/Certifications Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy) Experience Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferredPrevious perioperative or surgical services experience strongly preferred Apply Now Share This Job FacebookLinkedInEmail Explore This Location Click Here