RN – Inpatient, Acute Care Surgical Specialty
About The Position
UW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for an inpatient acute care surgical specialty unit at University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Nurses care for patients across Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT, gaining experience with a range of specialized conditions and procedures. The interdisciplinary team supports and educates patients, including monitoring free flaps after breast reconstruction and preparing patients to care for themselves at home following urinary diversion surgeries. The unit also offers experience with airway management, including care for patients with new tracheostomies. The position is 60% FTE, with day/evening shifts and a weekend rotation; holidays are required. Hours are based on department operational needs. Staffing uses acuity-based ratios, and nurses participate in a shared governance environment.
Requirements
- Six months of nursing experience, or current participation in UW Health’s Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on this or a similar unit.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin, or holding 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).
- Relevant RN experience.
- Relevant certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients across Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT specialties.
- Support patients undergoing specialized procedures, including monitoring free flaps after breast reconstruction.
- Educate patients and families, including supporting patients after urinary diversion surgeries in learning to care for themselves at home.
- Provide care involving airway management, including for patients with new tracheostomies.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement plans.
- Two-week paid parental leave.
- Adoption assistance.
- Flexible schedule and shift options.
- Access to the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department and emotional, financial, and physical well-being resources.
- Acuity-based staffing ratios.
- Shared governance structure.
- Nursing award programs.
- Tuition benefits for coursework associated with career advancement.
- Referral bonus opportunity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
