Registered Nurse - Residential - New Grads Welcome! - Rogers Behavioral Health
Cottage Grove, WI 53527
About the Job
The registered nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) performs professional nursing activities in the care of patients so they may achieve or regain, and then maintain, maximum physical, emotional or social functions. Role functions are governed by the Nurse Practice Act, the Administrative Code (in the state of employment), as well as the professional standards for nursing practice, and the corresponding policies and procedures of Rogers Memorial Hospital (Rogers). The registered nurse seeks consultation with other members of the health team as the patient’s condition and treatment goals warrant. He/She, in conjunction with the Patient Accounts department, provides patient information to ensure compliance with federal and state statutes.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
The Registered Nurse will be working in a residential facility primarily at the Oconomowoc campus however some positions may be required to float to all three campuses (Oconomowoc, West Allis and Brown Deer).
Schedule: Full-time opportunities are available! (32-40 hours/week)
Shifts Available: Various shifts available.
Job Duties:
Implement patient care.
Assess patients both physically and mentally.
Collaborate with Psychiatrist, Therapist, Dietitians, and other members of our clinical team to develop appropriate plans of care.
Communicate with patients and their families.
Administer medication.
Are You Ready to Make a Difference?
- Comprehensive Benefits: Your well-being matters to us!
- Already have benefits? We have a waiver incentive program available.
- Paid Time Off: PTO plus a floating holiday and additional wellness days.
- 401K: Plan for your future with our 401K program.
- Loan Assistance: Let us help with your educational loans.
- Tuition Reimbursement: We support your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.
Additional Job Description:
Education/Training Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred. Registered nurse licensed by State Board of Nursing in the state of employment. License must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing in the state of employment.
American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or is required within thirty (30) days of date-of-hire. Bi-annual re-certification is required.
Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of date-of-hire. Annual re-certification is required.
Previous psychiatric experience with children, adolescents and adults is preferred.
At the Hospital’s discretion, may be required to hold a qualified medical professional (QMP) designation. Must be deemed competent to serve as a QMP, as outlined in the Medical Staff bylaws of Rogers Memorial Hospital. This designation is evaluated and potentially renewed at least annually, based on results of the QMP job competency.
Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS §40 are required to have either training in psychiatric nursing, including training in work with children with mental health disorders, or one (1) year of experience working in a clinical setting with these children.
The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation, which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth, an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges.
EOE/MFDV
