RN - Ambulatory - Geriatrics

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver comprehensive geriatric care in a busy clinic, including telephone triage and direct patient care. The role involves working with both primary and specialty clinics such as Falls, Memory, and Geriatric Assessment, in a collaborative team environment.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN (preferred) and have at least 6 months of RN experience, with an active RN license and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• 6 months RN experience required.
• Active RN license in state of employment or nursing compact license.
• CPR/BLS certification Upon Hire Required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care in a fast-paced clinic.
• Conduct telephone triage and assist patients with complex health care needs.
• Collaborate with primary and specialty care teams in a geriatric-focused clinic.

Education

BSN Preferred

Job description

Work Schedule

100% FTE, Day shifts with no weekends or holidays. This position will work primarily at East Terrace.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) who:

• Enjoys working with the geriatric population.
• Works in a fast-paced clinic speaking directly with patients doing telephone triage, assisting patients with their complex health care needs in addition to hands on patient care in clinic.
• A clinic that is primary care and specialty care. Subspecialties include Falls Clinic, Memory Clinic, Geriatric Assessment Clinic etc.
• Works well in a collaborative environment where teamwork is vital.

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Work Experience

• 6 months of RN experience Required
• Relevant RN experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Registration as a registered nurse in the state where employed or licensure in a state in the licensure compact Upon Hire Required
• CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
• Applicable clinical certification 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.

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