Clinical Nurse Specialist-Vascular Access & Infusion

UW Health • Madison, WI

2d • $97,764 - $146,646 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to lead evidence-based vascular access and infusion practice across UW Health, supporting adult and pediatric patients in both inpatient and ambulatory settings. Partner with clinical teams throughout the organization to advance safe, effective, and consistent care. Provide clinical expertise and consultation for the Vascular Access Team (VAT), supporting the assessment, selection, insertion, and maintenance of vascular access devices, including peripheral IVs, midlines, PICC lines, as well as small-bore feeding tube insertions. Drive evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives related to vascular access and infusion therapy, identifying opportunities to improve clinical outcomes, standardize practice, reduce complications, and enhance patient safety. Educate, mentor, and serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and interdisciplinary partners, providing guidance on vascular access device selection, infusion practices, clinical procedures, and the implementation of evidence-based standards and protocols. Collaborate with nursing leaders, clinical teams, and interdisciplinary partners to identify practice gaps, develop and implement interventions, evaluate outcomes, and support organization-wide initiatives that advance nursing practice. Influence clinical practice and organizational decision-making through clinical expertise, consultation, professional collaboration, and participation in shared governance, committees, and quality improvement initiatives that promote excellence in vascular access and infusion care.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing Required or Doctorate Degree in Nursing Required
• 3 years of relevant clinical nursing experience Required
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Wisconsin or holds a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact Upon Hire Required
• Licensed as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) certification in areas of specialty or population focus Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support CPR/BLS certification Upon Hire Required

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year experience in a RN vascular access role is highly preferred.
• Previous experience as a clinical nurse specialist or other nurse leadership role Preferred
• Experience in an academic medical center Preferred
• Certification in specialty area of practice Preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead evidence-based vascular access and infusion practice across UW Health, supporting adult and pediatric patients in both inpatient and ambulatory settings.
• Provide clinical expertise and consultation for the Vascular Access Team (VAT), supporting the assessment, selection, insertion, and maintenance of vascular access devices, including peripheral IVs, midlines, PICC lines, as well as small-bore feeding tube insertions.
• Drive evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives related to vascular access and infusion therapy, identifying opportunities to improve clinical outcomes, standardize practice, reduce complications, and enhance patient safety.
• Educate, mentor, and serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and interdisciplinary partners, providing guidance on vascular access device selection, infusion practices, clinical procedures, and the implementation of evidence-based standards and protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing leaders, clinical teams, and interdisciplinary partners to identify practice gaps, develop and implement interventions, evaluate outcomes, and support organization-wide initiatives that advance nursing practice.
• Influence clinical practice and organizational decision-making through clinical expertise, consultation, professional collaboration, and participation in shared governance, committees, and quality improvement initiatives that promote excellence in vascular access and infusion care.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two weeks paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.
• 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.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior