RN - Inpatient, Pediatric ICU
About The Position
We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) - PICU / CVPICU to join our highly skilled and committed multidisciplinary team. You will provide family-centered care to critically ill or injured children and their families in this state-of-the-art 21-bed unit. The role involves providing comprehensive care for patients admitted with a wide variety of both medical and surgical problems, including acute head injuries, critical neurological disorders, pulmonary diseases, cardiac anomalies, organ transplantation, multi-system organ failure, and ECMO. You will also provide high-quality care to complex cardiac conditions, including complex congenital heart defects, Ventricular Assisted Devices, and heart transplant.
Requirements
- Six (6) months nursing experience on Inpatient Units or current participant in UW Health’s Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on unit/similar unit.
- 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.
- Current CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire.
- PALS within 6 months.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Relevant RN Experience
- Relevant certification
Responsibilities
- Provide family-centered care to critically ill or injured children and their families in a state-of-the-art 21-bed unit.
- Provide comprehensive care for patients admitted with a wide variety of both medical and surgical problems.
- Provide high-quality care to complex cardiac conditions, including complex congenital heart defects, Ventricular Assisted Devices, and heart transplant.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Two-week paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
