RN Educator: Diabetes & Cardiac Care | Day Shift

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Vision benefits

Continuing Education

Sick pay

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Discount program

Pet insurance

Wellness and fitness programs

Medical benefits

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Registered Nurse Educator to advance patient and family education across our adult and pediatric units. The educator collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to tailor learning and supports safe, effective care.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing (preferred) with 3 years of recent clinical experience in medical-surgical or pediatric settings; BLS/CPR and Wisconsin RN licensure on hire; leadership and teaching competencies are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 3 years of recent relevant clinical experience required.
• Broad experience in medical/surgical and/or pediatric nursing required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized education to adult and pediatric patients on conditions including diabetes, heart failure, anticoagulation therapy, and brief alcohol intervention.
• Assess patient and family learning needs and deliver individualized education on essential self-management skills.
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate education and reinforce care plans.
• Utilize evidence-based education strategies and teaching technologies to enhance learning.
• Serve as a resource for clinical staff and support a comprehensive patient education program.
• Preferred candidates have experience with diabetes, heart failure, or anticoagulation education.

Skills

educator communication

interdisciplinary collaboration

patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

RN licensure in Wisconsin

BLS/CPR Certification

CDE Certification (preferred)

Job description

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Registered Nurse Educator to advance patient and family education across our adult and pediatric units. The educator collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to tailor learning and supports safe, effective care.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing (preferred) with 3 years of recent clinical experience in medical-surgical or pediatric settings; BLS/CPR and Wisconsin RN licensure on hire; leadership and teaching competencies are valued.