Registered Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry Unit

REGISTERED NURSE - Cardiac Telemetry Unit (CTU)

Aspirus Wausau Hospital | Wausau, WI

Full-Time or .75 FTE, 60 hours every pay period

12-hour day/night rotation, every third weekend, holiday rotation

Make a Difference. Every. Single. Day.

At Aspirus, our nurses don't just provide care-they shape lives, strengthen communities, and lead with heart. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Accountability, Collaboration, Foresight, and Joy , we're looking for dedicated Registered Nurses who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient‑centered care in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Experience & Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Certification in specialty is desired.
• A minimum of four years’ experience as practicing RN of which two years have been in a charge nurse role or relevant experience.
• Possesses an active Wisconsin and/or Michigan RN nursing license.
• Current CPR certification. All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training through independent study, manikin, and knowledge testing. An acceptable CPR training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED.

Unit Description

The Registered Nurse understands and supports the philosophy and policies and procedures of Aspirus. The Registered Nurse Team Lead works collaboratively to produce, nurture and sustain a professional practice and healthy work environment that affords and enhances patient care experience, effectiveness, and efficiency through leadership to multidisciplinary teams, effective physician relationships and a shared vision and dedication to the future of Aspirus. TL has accountability for the overall coordination of all the Registered Nurses and other healthcare providers within a specific department. In collaboration with formal leadership, is responsible for overseeing the functioning of the department, which includes participation in direct patient care as well as ensuring appropriate resources to provide safe, high-quality patient care.

Our unit specializes in caring for critically ill patients requiring close monitoring and advanced nursing care. Our patient population includes those that have recently undergone heart, vascular, or lung procedures or surgeries. Common patient diagnoses include (but not limited to): Acute Coronary Syndrome, Cardiac Arrhythmia, Cardiomyopathy, Congestive Heart Failure, Hypertensive Urgency, Myocardial Infarction, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Pneumothorax, Pulmonary Embolus, Pulmonary Emphysema, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Valvular Regurgitation.

Why CTU?

As a Registered Nurse on the Cardiac Telemetry Unit , you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. In this role, you will:

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that builds strong clinical experience
• Work in a collaborative culture where your voice is valued and professional growth is supported
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams
• Have flexible scheduling options
• Be eligible for seniority perks (preferred shifts, different weekend trade opportunities, every 4 th weekend rotation after five years of service, etc.)

About Aspirus Wausau Hospital

Aspirus Wausau Hospital, the flagship of the Aspirus system, serves northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Aspirus Wausau Hospital provides primary, secondary, and tertiary care services as a regional referral center.

We are nationally recognized for our world ‑ class cardiovascular program and provide leading-edge care in:

• Cardiology & Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Orthopedics
• Cancer Care
• Trauma & Emergency Services
• Women's Health
• Neurological & Spine Care

With approximately 15,000 inpatient admissions, 50,000 outpatient visits, and 24,000+ emergency visits annually, our nurses are part of a high performing team delivering exceptional care every day. To learn more about Wausau click the following link: Wausau, Wisconsin

About Aspirus Heart Care:

Aspirus Heart Care is a large, single-specialty cardiology group covering central and northern Wisconsin, as well as the upper peninsula of Michigan. For 30 years, the group has consistently provided state-of-the-art, patient-focused cardiovascular services for the region.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital was named one of the nation’s top-performing cardiovascular hospitals by Fortune and IBM Watson Health. The Aspirus cardiovascular program is the only program in the country to receive this recognition seven years in a row.

• Using the latest diagnostic and surgical innovations, Aspirus Heart & Vascular provides complete cardiovascular care, including:
• Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib) and Heart Rhythm Treatment
• Heart Valve Disease
• Cardiology
• Chronic Total Occlusion Treatment
• Beating-heart surgery
• Vascular Surgery

Our Purpose

Mission: We heal people, promote health, and strengthen communities.

Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities-trusted and engaged above all others.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital , the flagship of the Aspirus system, serves northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Aspirus Wausau Hospital provides primary, secondary and tertiary care services as a regional referral center. Specialty referral service emphasis exists in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics and cancer. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 160 with approximately 15,000 admissions per year. Outpatient visits exceed 50,000 and there are also more than 24,000 annual emergency department visits. Best known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau Hospital also provides leading edge cancer, trauma, women’s health, and spine and neurological care. To learn more about Wausau click the following link: Wausau, Wisconsin

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

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Credentials:

Essential

• CPR or BLS
• ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT
• REGISTERED NURSE LICENSE