RN - Neurosciences ICU

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus opportunity

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Madison is seeking an experienced inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) for their neurocritical care team. This role involves caring for critically ill patients, utilizing advanced technology, and collaborating with a dedicated team. Candidates should preferably hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and have at least six months of experience. The position offers excellent benefits and a commitment to professional growth. Evening and night shifts are required, with competitive compensation including shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Six months nursing experience or current participant in UW Health's Nurse Residency Program.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WI or holds a compact license.

Responsibilities

• Care for critically ill adult patients with neuro diagnoses.
• Provide specialized interventions with multimodal neurologic technology.
• Collaborate with nationally certified physicians and care teams.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Nursing care

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Work Schedule:

90% FTE, 8/12-hour evening/night shift primarily to be 7:00 pm - 7:30 am with a two in six 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.

Bring your passion in caring for others to our 18-bed Neuro ICU on B4/4, a high acuity unit that embraces research and quality improvement while serving as a hub of intensive care for our Comprehensive Stroke Center at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking an experienced inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) to join our remarkable neurocritical care team!

About the unit:

• Fast-paced unit that specializes in the care of critically ill adult patients with a variety of neuro diagnoses including, but not limited to: stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, seizure, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and surgical resections.
• Utilize strong critical thinking skills and provide specialized interventions while working with multimodal neurologic technology including intracranial pressure management, EEG and advanced neuroimaging.
• Work alongside a team of motivated nurses where nurse-driven collaboration and partnership with nationally certified physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary care team is valued.

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).
• 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.
• 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 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

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.

About University Hospital

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.