RN - Inpatient - Psychiatry

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Two-week parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits eligibility on day 1

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health’s inpatient psychiatry unit at University Hospital in Madison, WI is seeking an experienced RN to join an 18-bed med/psych unit for acutely ill adults. You will work with an interdisciplinary team delivering patient-centered care in a safe, educational environment.

We offer a strong benefits package, tuition assistance, and opportunities for professional growth within a respected academic medical center.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• Six months nursing experience or current participant in UW Health's Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of Nurse Residency Orientation on unit/similar unit.
• Licensed as an RN in WI or a compact state.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Practice in a safe environment on a locked 18-bed med/psych unit caring for acutely ill adult patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care.
• Educate patients and families to support treatment journey.

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Work Schedule:

80% FTE, 8/12-hour evening/night shift between the hours of 3:00 pm - 7:30 am with an every other weekend rotation. Holiday rotation required. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Pay:

Additional components of compensation include impressive shift differentials - $4/hour evening, $5/hour night and $4.25/hour weekend differential as applicable for hours worked.

Are you a dedicated, compassionate Registered Nurse with a deep commitment to mental health?

The remarkable team on our inpatient psychiatry unit at Wisconsin's top-ranked hospital is seeking an experienced RN to practice in an environment where work is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is profound.

As a RN on this unit, you will have the opportunity to:

• Practice in a safe environment on a locked 18-bed med/psych unit caring for acutely ill adult patients who have a variety of comorbidities and psychiatric conditions.
• Function as part of a cohesive interdisciplinary team, providing nurse driven collaboration and patient-centered care.
• Serve as a trusted support system and educator for patients, helping them navigate their treatment journey with dignity, understanding and hope.

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. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• 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.
• A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
• Tuition benefits eligibility on day one of employment - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Work Experience

• 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.