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Inpatient Cardiac RN - Full Time

ThedaCare · Appleton, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had a heavy patient load and something had to wait.

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize safely and ask for help instead of rushing.

How do you work with LPNs and nursing assistants on your team?

What they are checking: Whether they delegate well and stay responsible for the patients they share.

Tell me about a time you noticed a small change that turned out to be important.

What they are checking: Whether they pay close attention and act on early warning signs.

What would you do

Your patient on telemetry goes into atrial fibrillation with a fast rate. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they assess stability, notify the provider and know the usual treatments.

A patient complains of new chest pain. What are your first steps?

What they are checking: Whether they get an ECG, assess and escalate quickly because chest pain can mean a new heart attack.

A patient with heart failure keeps eating salty food their family brings in. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach without lecturing and include the family in the plan.

About the work

Walk me through your care of a patient with heart failure who was admitted for fluid overload.

What they are checking: Whether they know daily weights, intake and output, diuretics and teaching that prevents readmission.

How do you care for a patient after a cardiac cath or stent?

What they are checking: Whether they know access site checks, antiplatelet medicines and warning signs.

How do you teach a patient going home on new heart medications?

What they are checking: Whether they use plain words and teach-back so patients take medicines safely at home.

How do you manage a heparin drip, and what labs do you watch?

What they are checking: Whether they follow anticoagulation protocols carefully, since dosing errors cause bleeding or clots.

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The full job description

As published by ThedaCare.

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare. Benefits , with a whole-person approach to wellness – • Lifestyle Engagement • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support • Access & Affordability • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare About ThedaCare! Summary : The RN Clinical Nurse provides patient-centered, specialized, evidence-based nursing care across the continuum through an interprofessional approach to treatment, research, education, and advocacy. Contributes to the goals of the department by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate and safe care within the scope of practice as defined by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and ThedaCare policy. Through collaborative practice with members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Furthers the professional practice of nursing at ThedaCare by promoting a culture of innovation and a commitment to growth and professional development. Job Description: SCHEDULE: • 12-hour straight NIGHT shift (5:30p-6a) • Every 3rd weekend required • Holiday rotation required UNIT DETAILS (Cardiovascular-Appleton Hospital): The Cardiovascular Unit is located at ThedaCare Appleton which is part of a highly Accredited STEMI (ST-elevation myocardial infarction) program. We are a twenty four (24) bed telemetry monitored unit that cares for a broad spectrum of Cardiovascular patients. Patient care include hemodynamic monitoring, treatment of adult patients during the recovery phase from cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, STEMI, exacerbation and treatment of end stage heart failure and the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. This unit also serves as the stroke unit for the hospital as well. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Utilizes the nursing process, evidence-based practice, and specific competencies to assess the physical condition and nursing needs of patients, and develops a plan of care in a collaborative practice with the patient and interprofessional team. • Plans for the care needs of the patient in collaboration with the interprofessional team to provide the highest quality of care and clinical outcomes. • Demonstrates clinical expertise in the provision of care in the clinical specialty assigned, and performs all functions of the professional clinical nurse (RN), which are age appropriate, developmentally sensitive, and culturally specific. • Identifies ways to improve the patient’s experience of care, streamline care processes, and lower costs while promoting quality to improve patient, family, and team member satisfaction. • Contributes to a professional environment that encourages mentoring, engagement, and development to retain expert clinicians. • Provides consultation and maintains positive relationships with physicians and other interprofessional team members, collaborating to problem solve and improve patient care. • Demonstrates, anticipates, and proactively manages risk to prevent crises. 8. Performs skillfully in life threatening emergencies, matching demands and resources during crises situations. QUALIFICATIONS: • Current Wisconsin RN Licensure • American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required • Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Appleton, Cardiac Department: • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire date PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance • Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock • Occasional high noise level in work environment • Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time • Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed • Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents • Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30 Scheduled FTE: 0.75 Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - Appleton,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Nights

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