Nursing Professional Development Specialist

UW Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Dental

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

UW Health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse at the Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL. The position requires a Master's Degree from an accredited nursing program and current Illinois RN licensure. Benefits include comprehensive medical packages, generous PTO, tuition assistance, and opportunities for growth.

Join a team committed to fostering belonging and social impact in healthcare. Apply now to be part of UW Health’s mission to deliver exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required from an accredited nursing program.
• Must provide a copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest degree.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care at UW Health.
• Engage in patient education and support.
• Participate in the shared governance structure.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's Degree from an accredited School of Nursing Program

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule

100% FTE, 8 am to 4:30 pm, you will work at the UW Health Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL.

Compensation Components

• Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
• Overtime
• On-call pay

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement—ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice

Qualifications

• Master's Degree From an accredited School of Nursing Program. Required
• Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained. Required

Work Experience

• Teaching experience. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Illinois. Required
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification or ACLS Certification. Required
• Specialty certification preferred through hospital approved certifications. Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

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.