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. The unit cares for patients across Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT. Nurses support patients undergoing specialized procedures, including free flap monitoring for breast reconstruction after mastectomy, and provide patient and family education following urinary diversion surgeries. The role 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 departmental operational needs. Nurses work as part of an interdisciplinary team in a Magnet-designated hospital and benefit from acuity-based staffing ratios and a shared governance structure.
Requirements
- At least six months of nursing experience, or current participation in UW Health’s Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on the unit 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 inpatient nursing care to patients across Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT specialties.
- Monitor patients undergoing specialized procedures, including free flap monitoring for breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
- Educate patients and families following urinary diversion surgeries, supporting patients in learning to care for themselves at home.
- Provide care involving airway management, including for patients with new tracheostomies.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Work a weekend rotation and required holidays.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Two-week paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Flexible schedule and shift options
- Employee wellbeing resources supporting emotional, financial, and physical well-being
- Acuity-based staffing ratios
- Shared governance structure
- Nursing recognition and 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
