Registered Nurse (RN)- Emergency Department- Full Time- Nights

About the role

St. Croix Health is looking for a full-time (0.75 FTE) Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department. This position will work straight night shifts (7 pm – 7:30 am), every 3rd weekend and every 3rd holiday.

Responsibilities

• 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 patients 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, provide individualized education and utilize 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
• 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 adhere 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
• Accurate documentation in EMR

Requirements

• Education: Associate’s degree in nursing required; Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
• Licensure: Current WI Registered Nurse license required
• Certifications: Current BLS Certification; ACLS completed within 6 months in role; PALS completed within 6 months in role; 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

• 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