Chief of Surgery jobs in Appleton, WI

Sign on Bonus Eligible for New Hires!

24 months service commitment

Relocation Bonus for roles .7 FTE or greater

$7,500 (less taxes)

Shift Differential Pay Includes:

Evening shift $2.25, Night Shift and Weekend shift $3.15

*The base shift is 645-1515. Call shifts from 1515-1730 or 1515-1930 depending on the needs of the department. The overnight call is 1515-0700; this is typically once a week when fully staffed. Weekend call is Saturday 0700-Monday 0700 (typically every 8thish weekend when fully staffed).

20 minute response time***

Our Mission

Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God

Our Vision

Peace, hope, and health for every person, family, and community, especially those most in need

Our Values

Compassion, respect, excellence, stewardship, and community

Benefits

- Comprehensive suite of health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401K, HSA/FSA, and generous PTO

- Daily Pay for qualifying positions

- Established employee recognition program

- Commitment to employee wellness through our EAP,   well-being checks with leaders, flexible work schedule where feasible, and online wellness opportunities.   Select locations also offer free on-site fitness center access, meditation rooms, and serenity gardens

- A culture that supports professional development including tuition reimbursement and discounts, participation in the Federal Loan Forgiveness Program, professional development days, opportunities for career advancement and much more

- Employee discounts through our Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts Corporate Membership - up to 40% off concert tickets, classes, workshops, plus access to discounts at local and national retailers

- 40% discount on eyeglasses through SSM Health Eye Care Optical Shops at select locations

- Employee Relief Fund to help with life’s unexpected financial emergencies

- Commitment to caring through philanthropy, volunteer opportunities, and PTO donation program

Delivers professional nursing care in the operative setting to patients undergoing surgical or other invasive procedures.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs scrub functions including the selection and handling of instruments and supplies used during procedure. Performs circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care of patient before, during and after procedure. Directly assists operating physician with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing and wound exposure as well as patient positioning. Prepares operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use. Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. As an SSM Health nurse, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model.  Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of our patients and our patient populations. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full_time