Nurse Resident - Ambulatory Winter 2027

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening & night shift differential

Overtime

On-call pay

Job summary

UW Health in Wisconsin is seeking an Ambulatory Nurse Resident for a 12-month, new graduate program designed to transition graduates into practice with dedicated mentoring by preceptors and clinical nurse specialists. The program includes twice-monthly resident classes with clinical experts and problem-solving support.

The ambulatory nursing role involves an interdisciplinary team, telehealth expansion, and a strong focus on evidence-based care planning for high patient volumes.

Qualifications

• Minimum ADN/BSN/MSN completed within the previous 12 months.
• RN license in the state of Wisconsin (or eligible).
• CPR/BLS certification upon hire; additional lifesaving certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Ambulatory Nursing includes working with an interdisciplinary team across wellness, prevention, acute and chronic care.
• Telephone triage, telehealth growth, medication administration and patient education.
• Provide plan of care for high volumes of patients with independence and critical thinking.

Skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN/BAN)

Master Degree in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

Work Schedule

90-100% FTE, 36-40 hours per week. 8-hour day shifts scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Occasional weekends may be needed.

Pay

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening & night shift differential
• Overtime
• On-call pay

We are seeking an Ambulatory Nurse Resident to:

• Join our prestigious 12-month program which is designed to help new graduate nurses move confidently into practice following graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Experience an orientation designed specifically for new to practice nurses which includes mentoring by preceptors and clinical nurse specialists.
• Participate in twice-monthly nurse resident classes with their cohort. You will meet with clinical experts and problem-solve clinical challenges and learn more about resources to support your practice.
• Ambulatory Nursing includes working within an interdisciplinary team during all stages of patient care: wellness, prevention, acute and chronic illness to end-of-life.
• Ambulatory Nursing responsibilities include telephone triage, growing telehealth opportunities, medication administration, treatments, testing, patient/family education and assuring a plan of care for high volumes of patients. A high degree of independence and critical thinking are crucial to the role.

The Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program at UW Health is part of a national initiative developed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing and Vizient and is one of 40 Nurse Residency Programs accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) in the United States.

Education

Minimum - Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN or BAN) or Master Degree in Nursing (MSN) completed within the previous 12 months.

Preferred - Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN) completed within the previous 12 months.

Licenses and Certifications

Minimum - Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Wisconsin. Current CPR/BLS Certification upon hire. Additional lifesaving intervention certifications may be required after hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Clinics

our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.