RN - Inpatient Periop - Weekender

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team in Madison, Wisconsin. This role involves providing comprehensive care for surgical patients, developing therapeutic relationships, and ensuring optimal patient safety through acuity-based staffing ratios. With a commitment to employee well-being, the organization offers an excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, flexible scheduling, and tuition reimbursement for professional growth. If you are passionate about nursing excellence and making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Options

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of recent PACU, Emergency Department, or Surgical ICU experience.
• Preferred 3 years of Operating Room or PACU experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for surgical patients with underlying medical problems.
• Develop trust and therapeutic relationships with patients and families.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Relationship Development

Surgical Experience

Critical Thinking

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

60% FTE, 24 hours per week, Saturday and Sunday, 6:30am - 6:30pm. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:

• Provide comprehensive care for surgical patients who may also have underlying medical problems.
• Develop a therapeutic relationship by establishing trust and enabling the patient and/or family to verbalize the requirements for care comfortably.

At UW Health, you will have :

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

Education:

Minimum – Associate Degree – Nursing (ADN).

Preferred - Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN).

Work Experience:

Minimum – Six (6) months of recent independent PACU, Emergency Department, or Surgical Critical Care, Surgical ICU, Operating Room, or Surgical IMC experience.

Preferred – Three (3) years of recent Operating Room or PACU experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum – Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) where patients are receiving care or may work as eligible per state licensing regulations. Basic Life Support/CPR.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health is the academic medical center and health system for the University of Wisconsin and includes the renowned UW Hospital, American Family Children's Hospital, UW Carbone Comprehensive Cancer Center and UW Medical Foundation in Madison, Wisconsin.