Registered Nurse Day Surgery

Overview

Watertown, Wisconsin

Facility:
Watertown Regional Medical Center

Req
Post Date: 02/05/2026

The Registered Nurse-Outpatient Services provides direct and indirect nursing care in a fast-paced outpatient environment. This role supports various ambulatory care services including pre- and post-procedural care, patient education, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal patient outcomes.

• Conducts thorough head-to-toe assessments pre- and post-procedure
• Administers medications and IV fluids based on age and clinical condition
• Assesses, manages, and educates patients on pain control techniques
• Monitors cardiac rhythms and recognizes arrhythmias
• Provides support during outpatient procedures, including GI and sedation-based care
• Assists physicians and interdisciplinary team with procedures and care planning
• Implements and maintains aseptic technique and infection control standards
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care
• Ensures safe discharge planning and patient education post-procedure
• Participates in staff orientation, training, and quality improvement initiatives

• Demonstrates critical thinking and sound clinical judgment
• High degree of organization, attention to detail, and time management
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Adaptability in responding to changing situations and patient needs
• Proficiency in EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and related healthcare technologies
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a high-volume environment
• Flexible with work schedule, able to support coverage as needed
• Committed to patient-centered care, professionalism, and ongoing development

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred

• Current state RN license or valid Compact State RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA within time frame specified in facility policy
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)

• Prior clinical nursing experience in an inpatient or outpatient care setting preferred