What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Clinician 2 (RN), Limited Term Employment, Wisconsin Veterans Home at King position at State of Wisconsin?
Introduction
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.
Contact: Jeni Anderson, Human Resources Assistant-Adv, JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov, 715-256-3241
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans
The Wisconsin Veterans Home at King (WVHK) is currently recruiting for multiple Nurse Clinician 2 (Registered Nurse), limited-term employment (LTE) positions to support the King Nursing team. WVHK is a long-term-care facility that specializes in providing comfort, support, and professional medical services to elderly or disabled veterans and their spouses. Our facility is located on the picturesque shoreline of the Chain O' Lakes, off Highway 10 between Stevens Point and Appleton.
This agency is committed to serving Wisconsin's veteran population. Our positions offer a team-oriented atmosphere and the satisfaction of serving those who have served us all.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, the Nurse Clinician 2 performs professional nursing work requiring a license as a Registered Nurse by the State of Wisconsin. The incumbent is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care to a mostly geriatric and/or disabled population at the Wisconsin Veterans Home (WVH) in King. The Nurse Clinician 2 provides direction to other staff in the provision and coordination of member care, and monitors care given by other health team members on a unit, floor, or in a building. All activities are performed in accordance with applicable standards of practice, facility policy and procedures, facility, and governmental rules and regulations.
Please email JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov for a copy of the full position description.
Salary Information
The pay for this position is $41.61 - $48.16 per hour with additional compensation for nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
This job does not offer employee benefits.
The position is in pay schedule-pay range 11-02.
This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.
Job Details
These are flexible part-time positions with the option to pick up additional hours as desired with no required overtime. Shifts are available AM, PM, NOC, holidays and weekends. Candidate preferences gathered at time of interview.
LTE jobs are limited to 1039 hours in a 12-month period and do not include employee benefits.
Job duties require the ability to assist in patient mobility efforts, stand and/or walk up to 75% of eight-hour day to provide assessments, kneel, stoop, make visual observations, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, maintain hygiene, use special safety equipment, and wear protective clothing.
Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will
- have a current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Wisconsin or a Nurse Licensure Compact state, or
- be eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin or Nurse Licensure Compact prior to hire.
Additional required and preferred training and/or experience that will be assessed later in the selection process are:
- Providing nursing care (e.g., assessing and documenting patient status, clinical experience, providing direct and indirect patient care, administering medication and treatments, investigating, and solving problems, directing activities based on patient needs, etc.)
- Administration of medication and treatments
- Using electronic technology & applications (e.g., computer, email, word processing, internet, electronic charting systems, medication & treatment administration record etc.)
- Working collaboratively (e.g., establishing positive relationships, working on a team, interpersonal relationships, etc.)
- Organizing and prioritizing (e.g., time management, task importance, etc.)
- Leading (e.g., interdisciplinary healthcare teams, developing and implementing care plans, training individuals, correcting behaviors, assisting, and mentor staff, etc.); and/or
- Relevant setting (e.g., long-term care, geriatric, etc.)
How To Apply
To be eligible for consideration for a position, complete the online application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. You will be required to attach a resume. To ease the application process, upload your resume to WiscJobs prior to attaching it.
Periodically, applicant credentials will be verified and qualified applicants will be asked to participate in the next step of the hiring process. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. For information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, go to the Employment Assistance page on WDVA's website.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.
If you have questions, Jeni Anderson, Human Resources Assistant-Adv, JenniferM.Anderson@wisconsin.gov, 715-256-3241
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.
Salary : $42 - $48
