RN - Inpatient, Orthopedics

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves delivering specialized care for patients undergoing orthopedic surgeries, including spine procedures, hip surgeries, acute traumatic injuries, orthopedic oncology cases, and hardware removal. The Registered Nurse (RN) will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-acuity, resource-intensive care tailored to complex orthopedic needs. The role also supports medical and surgical patients from additional service lines, particularly Neurosurgery, based on unit demand and patient needs. Responsibilities include managing diverse admission pathways, such as patients from the emergency department, outside-hospital direct admissions, PACU, and transfers from other inpatient units. The work schedule is 90% FTE, evening/night shift, with three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am, including every third weekend rotation and holiday rotation. Hours are based on the operational needs of the department. This role is located at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

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

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
Inpatient Units and Central Float (Adult & Pediatric), Venous Access Team (VAT), Radiology, Hemodialysis, Cardiovascular Laboratory: 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.
Relevant RN Experience Preferred
Relevant Certification Preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver specialized care for patients undergoing orthopedic surgeries, including spine procedures, hip surgeries, acute traumatic injuries, orthopedic oncology cases, and hardware removal.
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-acuity, resource-intensive care tailored to complex orthopedic needs.
Support medical and surgical patients from additional service lines—particularly Neurosurgery—based on unit demand and patient needs.
Manage diverse admission pathways, including patients arriving from the emergency department, outside‑hospital direct admissions, PACU, and transfers from other inpatient units.

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 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 - 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.