Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department - Part Time - Day/Night

Description St. Croix Health is currently seeking a part‑time (0.60 FTE) Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department team. This position will work day shifts (7 am – 7:30 pm) and night shifts (7 pm – 7:30 am), every third weekend and every 3rd holiday. The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed healthcare professional who delivers therapeutic, patient‑and family‑centered care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The RN conducts comprehensive nursing assessments including physical, psychosocial, functional, and educational readiness evaluations to inform individualized care plans. The RN develops, implements, and continuously evaluates these plans to support effective treatment, safe discharge planning, and continuity of care. The RN delegates and supervises care in accordance with the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act, applying clinical judgment and ethical decision‑making. In this role, the RN actively integrates evidence‑based practice, participates in quality improvement initiatives, and maintains accountability for ongoing professional development. Responsibilities 1. 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 patient 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, providing individualized education and utilizing 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. 2. 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. 3. Accurate documentation in EMR Document data related to patients’ care, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes. 4. Communicate with internal and external customers Communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop, manage and evaluate individualized patient treatment plans. Partner with physicians and other healthcare providers to assess, plan, implement, and revise patient care strategies. Supervise and delegate tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants, ensuring quality and compliance with care standards. Provide education and support to individuals, families, and groups on topics such as disease prevention, wellness, and childbirth, while contributing to the development of health promotion initiatives. Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients, families, and communities, including evaluation of home and work environments (role specific) to identify potential health or safety risks. Report patient status and any notable changes to the physician during procedures involving anesthesia. Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and their families to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans. Evaluate and support the needs of patients’ family members and caregivers to promote holistic, patient‑centered care. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary. Requirements Education Associate’s degree in nursing required; Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred Licensure Current WI Registered Nurse license required Certifications BLS required upon hire 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 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. Benefits Health, vision and dental insurance 403b retirement program with employer match Paid time off Short‑term disability, long‑term disability and life insurance options Education reimbursement Employee assistance program (EAP) Wellbeing incentive program Free parking St. Croix Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process. 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