RN Oncology/ Med Surg - Days (Weekend Contract)

Posted:
6/30/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Wisconsin, United States ⋅ Appleton, Wisconsin, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Why ThedaCare?   

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. 

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility.  A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –

  • Lifestyle Engagement
    • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support  

  • Access & Affordability
    • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :

UNIT DETAILS (Oncology-Appleton Hospital):

21 bed inpatient medical unit that specializes in the care of oncology patients and chemotherapy administration. This dynamic unit manages a variety of patient with but not limited to Cancer, Pulmonary, Renal and Gastrointestinal illnesses. There is significant multidisciplinary collaboration between Nursing, Care Managers, Providers, Support Staff and Ancillary Services to ensure high quality care and support is given to our patients. The orientation for a new team member is individualized based on experience and knowledge to ensure all needs are met. Our team is dedicated to the highest quality of care and fosters great learning opportunities.

Job Description:

SCHEDULE:

  • DAY shift - Must work Friday, Saturday and Sunday (5:30a-6p)

  • Weekend Premium Pay!

  • Rotating holiday schedule required

RN Highlights at ThedaCare:

  • A.D.N to BSN program with strategic Nursing Tuition Assistance

  • Magnet Journey- care model encompassing holistic view of people and community

  • Academic partnerships that support student learning and Quality Improvement projects

  • Clinician and Leader Nightingale Award recipient

  • Nursing excellence and recognition program

  • Nurse Intern/Extern programs

  • Robust Shared Governance

  • Population Health and Life Inspired Movement

  • Clinical Advancement Program (CAP)

  • Onsite BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ALSO and specialty certifications

  • Development/Growth opportunity within the Organization: Emergency Services/Trauma Care, Obstetrics, Medical Surgical, Intensive Care, Intermediate Care, Behavioral Health, Surgical Services, Cancer Care, Homecare, Hospice, Skilled Nursing Care, Neuro Care, Orthopedics, Bariatrics, Inpatient Rehab, Outpatient IV, Ambulatory Clinic, Diabetes Education, Wound Care, Telemetry/Cardiac, Phone Triage, and much more!

The Registered Nurse provides patient-centered, specialized, evidence-based nursing care across the continuum through an interprofessional approach to treatment, research, education, and advocacy. Contributes to the goals of the department by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate and safe care within the scope of practice as defined by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and ThedaCare policy. Through collaborative practice with members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Furthers the professional practice of nursing at ThedaCare by promoting a culture of innovation and a commitment to growth and professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Current Wisconsin RN Licensure

  • Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) OR Associates Degree in Nursing with an agreement to obtain the BSN within five years.

  • American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance

  • Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Scheduled FTE:

0.9

Location:

ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - Appleton,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt:

No