RN - Medical ICU

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Flexible schedules

Tuition benefits

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for its newly designed Medical ICU, set to care for critically ill patients starting Spring 2027. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your critical care nursing career in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN and at least six months nursing experience. Additional benefits include a strong interdisciplinary collaboration culture, flexible work schedules, and tuition benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Six months of nursing experience or participation in UW Health’s Nurse Residency Program.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WI.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification at hire; ACLS required within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for diverse critically ill patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in evidence-based practices.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Teamwork

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Work Schedule

90% FTE, 8/12-hour evening night shift primarily 7:00 pm – 7:30 am with 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 ready to elevate your critical care nursing career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Our upcoming newly designed Medical ICU will offer an exciting opportunity to care for some of the most complex and critically ill adult patients at University Hospital – a leading Level I Trauma Center and Wisconsin’s #1 hospital.

We are seeking an experienced critical care Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dedicated team in a state-of-the-art 16-bed MICU that will begin to care for patients Spring 2027.

About the Unit

• Diverse patient conditions including sepsis, respiratory failure/ARDS, pulmonary hypertension, liver failure, gastrointestinal bleeding and diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Specialized care for adult patients requiring interventions with multiple drips/pressors, Blakemore tubes, Prostacyclin and EKOS system therapies.
• Fast-paced environment designed to provide cutting-edge and evidence based critical care in a newly constructed space with advanced technology and resources.
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration fostering a supportive and positive work culture where teamwork drives exceptional patient outcomes.

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 Upon Hire Required
• Current CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
• ACLS within 6 months Required
• Relevant certification Preferred

Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our policy is 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.