Surgical Circulating Registered Nurse, PRN Days

Role summary

Surgical Circulating Registered Nurse, PRN Days is a role at Kindred Healthcare in Watertown, Wisconsin, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-17. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Surgical Circulating Registered Nurse, PRN Days

Company

Kindred Healthcare

Location

Watertown, Wisconsin, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Healthcare Support

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-10-17

Job description

Sign On Bonus Eligible: $10,000

Be part of Watertown Regional Medical Center , an acute-care hospital in southeastern Wisconsin that consistently earns national awards for its high-quality care from the likes of Becker's Hospital Review, Chartis, Healthgrades, The Leapfrog Group, and parent company ScionHealth. Watertown Regional's exceptional care across multiple specialty services is also reflected in its numerous accreditations and certifications. Join our team and grow your career in a hospital where everyday excellence meets or exceeds expectations.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients within an acute care hospital setting

Utilizing the nursing process, the RN-Surgery assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes

This role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and ensures patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process

Essential Functions

Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing process

Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with policy

Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately

Monitors, evaluates, and communicates patient condition to healthcare team, patient, and family

Coordinates and collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care

Participates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed

Educates patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care

Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients throughout the surgical experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills

Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments

Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members

Competency in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines

Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods

Willingness to comply with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures

Attends required staff meetings and maintains required certifications and competencies

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licenses/Certifications

Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy)

Experience

Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred

Previous perioperative or surgical services experience strongly preferred