RN – Inpatient, Acute Care Surgical Specialty - Per Diem
About The Position
This position is for a Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) on a dynamic inpatient acute care surgical specialty unit at University Hospital in Madison, WI. The unit cares for patients across four specialties: Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT. The role involves caring for patients undergoing specialized procedures, including free flap monitoring for breast reconstruction and providing patient and family education for urinary diversion surgeries. The unit also provides experience with airway management, including new tracheostomies, which can be beneficial for RNs interested in critical care. UW Health is Wisconsin's #1 hospital and offers a supportive interdisciplinary team environment. They emphasize nursing excellence, shared governance, and provide resources for employee well-being.
Requirements
- 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.
- Current CPR/BLS Certification.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
- Relevant RN Experience Preferred
- Relevant Certification Preferred
Responsibilities
- Care for patients across four specialties: Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT.
- Manage patients undergoing specialized procedures like free flap monitoring for breast reconstruction.
- Provide patient and family education following urinary diversion surgeries.
- Gain experience with airway management, including new tracheostomies.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Two-week paid parental leave
- 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 resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department
- Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety
- Strong shared governance structure
- Award programs recognizing nursing excellence
- Tuition benefits eligibility
- Referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
