Registered Nurse (RN) Same Day Surgery
About the role
We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in the Same Day Surgery department at our Downtown Milwaukee location. Our department has 20 patient bays and cares for a diverse population of outpatient procedures, including ortho, GYN, general, bariatric, robotic, urology, plastics, dental, and ECT patients, as well as IV therapy and pre-admission testing.
Our culture is collaborative, friendly, caring, and supportive, with a team of experienced nurses and aides. We have a Bariatric Center of Excellence and are a GYN Teaching Hospital.
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized care using the nursing process—assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, mobilizing resources and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Promote patient safety by implementing risk-reduction strategies and reporting safety events promptly.
- Educate patients and families, adapting teaching methods to meet unique learning needs and supporting readiness for discharge.
- Coordinate care and discharge planning through an interdisciplinary approach, ensuring continuity across the healthcare continuum.
- Lead and delegate effectively, fostering teamwork and supporting unlicensed personnel.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and unit performance.
- Maintain professional growth through ongoing education, competency completion, and participation in shared governance activities.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing.
- Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- 1-2 years of inpatient nursing experience in med/surg, ICU, ED, or periop.
Qualifications
We are looking for a skilled and compassionate nurse to join our team. Our ideal candidate is a team player who is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and promoting a positive and supportive work environment.
Schedule
We offer rotating staggered start times (0730–0830) and elective surgeries are scheduled from 0715–1700.