Med-Surg Ortho/Neuro RN
Janesville, WI
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse – Ortho/Neuro Unit

Location: Janesville, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Summary

Seeking experienced nurses to provide patient care on the Ortho/Neuro unit. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, administering medications and treatments, documenting care, and developing individualized patient care plans. Nurses may be required to float to other units as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to care for patients and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments following approved nursing techniques, policies, and state laws.
• Document patient care according to standards.
• Develop and execute individualized patient care plans, including patient and family education.
• Participate in department or unit performance improvement activities, including shared governance.
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance to other units/departments to support patient care continuity.
• Apply critical thinking to ensure patient safety and experience, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Work every other weekend and holiday.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Wisconsin.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum of 1 year of Med Surg experience within the last year.
• Experience in Neurology.
• Certification in NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS).
• CPR/BLS certification.

Additional Information

• 12-hour day shifts.
• May require floating to other units.