RN - Thoracic Surgery Unit - IMC and General Care Unit (B4/3)

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Thoracic Surgery team. You will care for patients with lung and esophageal diseases, assist with chest tube insertions, and help develop a dynamic general care/IMC unit with teamwork and compassionate, evidence-based practice.

We offer flexible schedules (day/night and weekend rotations), shift differentials, and a strong benefits package including health and dental insurance, paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• Six months nursing experience or RN residency program participation.
• Licensed RN in WI or eligible via nurse licensure compact.
• CPR/BLS certification; ACLS within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Care for thoracic surgery patients including lung and esophageal diseases.
• Assist with chest tube insertions in the unit procedure room.
• Support a dynamic general care/IMC unit with teamwork and compassionate care.
• Embrace innovation by integrating evidence-based nursing practices.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Patient care skills

Education

BSN Preferred

Job description

Work Schedule

We offer a variety of schedules, including day/night and evening/night rotations with weekend and holiday rotation. This position is located at University Hospital in Madison, WI. We offer competitive starting pay based on relevant experience, along with shift and weekend differentials.

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.

Be part of something remarkable!

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:

• Join our incredible Thoracic Surgery team caring for a variety of patients that may include: lung and esophageal diseases, lobectomies, decortications, esophagectomies and other thoracic procedures.
• Assist with procedures such as chest tube insertion in the procedure room located within the unit.
• Be part of developing a dynamic general care/IMC unit utilizing strong teamwork, providing compassionate care and employing critical thinking.
• Bring innovation to the unit and engage in acquiring new skills as well as integrating evidence-based nursing practices into the unit culture.

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.
• 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.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth 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.

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.

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