RN - Inpatient - Acute Care Surgical Specialty Unit

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Inpatient Acute Care Surgical Specialty Unit. This role involves caring for patients across diverse specialties and coaching families for optimal recovery. Join a dynamic team focused on excellence in patient care with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus opportunity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Six months nursing experience in inpatient units required.
• Current RN license in WI required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients across specialties including Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT.
• Assist in patient education related to specialized procedures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team activities for patient well-being.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

RN - Inpatient - Acute Care Surgical Specialty Unit (Finance)

RN - Inpatient - Acute Care Surgical Specialty Unit (Finance)

Work Schedule

90% FTE, evening/night shift. 2:6 weekend rotation. Hours are based off the operational needs of the department. You will be working at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Pay

Additional components of pay may include:

• Shift differentials of $4/hour evening, $5/hour night and $4.25/hour weekend as applicable for hours worked
• Overtime

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN):

• Elevate your nursing career at Wisconsin's #1 hospital on a dynamic unit where you'll care for patients across four specialties: Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT. Every day brings a unique challenge, honing your skills and expanding your knowledge base.
• Be a part of an innovative interdisciplinary team that supports and educates patients undergoing specialized procedures like free flap monitoring for breast reconstruction after mastectomy, as well as providing patient and family education following urinary diversion surgeries to get patients confident in caring for themselves at home. Witnessing the impact of your care firsthand that plays a vital role in their recovery and well-being.
• This unit provides excellent experience with airway management, including new tracheostomies, for RNs who may want to work in the critical care setting in the future.

Learn more about this unit

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• 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

• Inpatient Units: Six (6) months nursing experience or current participant in UW Health's Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on unit/similar unit. Required
• Relevant RN Experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WI or holds a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact Required
• Current CPR/BLS Certification Required
• Relevant 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.