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We Are Hiring: Clinical Nurse II T2 - PPAC Waukesha
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The PPAC is a telephonic patient care unit whose staff provides vital information to patients before their surgical, cardiac, radiology and GI procedures. The staff in this department provide comprehensive patient evaluations as well as educate patients regarding anesthesia services and provide critical instructions. Pre-procedure assessment includes the identification of any medical problems that need to be addressed prior to surgery, and communicates test results to appropriate providers. The goal of their activities is to reduce day of procedure/surgery cancellations. Documentation of all information obtained is in the EHR.
Schedule Details: This pool position if for the Preprocedure Assessment Center (PPAC) at Waukesha Memorial Hospital.
This Position Will Offer You:
- Engaging and community focused culture
- Competitive Salaries
- Opportunity for professional career growth
- Robust benefits including: PTO, Choices in insurance; HSA; Tuition reimbursement; immediate 401K match; discounted tickets to various entertainment, social and sporting events
The Clinical Nurse (PACU) is a competent practitioner who integrates theoretical knowledge with clinical experience in the care of patients and families. Care is delivered using a deliberate, systematic approach and practice is guided by increasing awareness of patterns of patient responses in recurrent situations. These nurses demonstrate mastery of most technical skills, and begin to view clinical situations from a patient and family focus as they provide professional nursing care within clinical areas/campuses as required by staffing matrices. These nurses also supervise and direct delegated nursing acts commensurate with educational preparation and demonstrated abilities of the person supervised.
What You Will Need:
- Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin
- 1 year PACU, Emergency Department, Critical Care Nursing, or OR/Day Surgery experience required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; or ability to obtain upon hire
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); or ability to obtain upon hire
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Experience with PeriAnesthesia Phases of Care 1, 2, and 3 preferred
Who We Are:
ProHealth Care has been the health care leader in Waukesha County and surrounding areas for the past century, providing outstanding care across a full spectrum of services. The people of ProHealth Care strive to continuously improve the health and well-being of the community by combining skill, compassion and innovation. The ProHealth family includes Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, the Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin, ProHealth Medical Group clinics, AngelsGrace Hospice, ProHealth Home Care & Hospice, and West Wood Health & Fitness Center.
ProHealth Care, one of the largest employers in Waukesha County, offers work that is challenging and rewarding. The organization is dedicated to providing the highest quality service to our patients and their families and treats each individual with respect – the way they should be treated. ProHealth Care supports a Just Culture, one that encourages an open learning environment and maintaining safe systems. We have high expectations for those who join our team of nearly 5,000 employees. In return, we offer exceptional career opportunities in a dynamic, health care system where the contributions of every team member are valued.
ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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