Registered Nurse - Trauma Services - RN

This role will participate, lead and coordinate efforts for the Trauma Injury Prevention program in the Mayo Clinic Health System sites in WI. 

Our organization, in pursuit of our Mission-Vision, desires to create and support an organizational culture where all employees are mission-driven, embody our organization values and practice relationship based care. Our vision is, "to put the needs of the patient first and to collaborate in improving the health of the individuals and the communities we serve". The daily actions of the staff give witness to and support for the mission and values of the organization. The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, patient education, and discharge planning. The RN provides nursing care to patients and their significant others using an interdisciplinary approach across the continuum of care. The RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate all phases of nursing care for assigned patients from admission through discharge. The RN provides leadership in various roles that include, but are not limited to preceptor role, lead/charge nurse, and committee member. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Nurses provide a basis for practice. The Trauma Injury Prevention coordinator position is a community outreach position. The individual will be responsible for all aspects of trauma injury prevention following guideline established by the American College of Surgeons. Responsibilities will be to build public presentations, present public presentations, train/supervise teams during large injury prevention projects, and coordinate a large variety of injury prevention projects.

Graduate of an Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited associate's degree or diploma program. Exceptions to this may be made in the MCHS sites prior to a law change requiring accreditation expected in 2018. If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, at least one year of RN experience (within the last 5 years) in an applicable care setting is required. If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is also required. 

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date after September 1, 2013, must provide documented evidence of program completion of their baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within 6 years from the last day of the month of their RN start date.

Additional qualifications:

Bachelors of Science - Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited university preferred. 5 years Nursing experience and public speaking experience preferred. Flexibility (Works flexible hours, which include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends). Basic computer skills. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Leadership, problem solving, verbal and written communication, and team building. Basic improvement concepts and techniques. Same day travel required. Basic sound equipment skills.

License or certification:

Active Wisconsin RN license or ability to practice professional nursing in the state of Wisconsin. Current BLS Certification.

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.
Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.