RN - Inpatient Float - Part Time

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time Registered Nurse (RN) position working 60% FTE in an inpatient float role at University Hospital in Madison, WI. The RN will float across multiple departments and specialties, caring for complex patient populations in general care and intermediate care units. Responsibilities include providing high-quality, evidence-based care, utilizing critical thinking for patient assessment and intervention, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The role also offers opportunities for mentorship, preceptorship, and involvement in quality improvement initiatives and Shared Governance.

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 Upon Hire Required
• Current CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
• ACLS within 6 months Required
• 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 for Inpatient Units and Central Float (Adult & Pediatric), Venous Access Team (VAT), Radiology, Hemodialysis, Cardiovascular Laboratory.
• Two (2) years of nursing experience Required for eICU.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
• Relevant certification Preferred

Responsibilities

• Float across multiple departments and specialties caring for complex and dynamic patient populations in a variety of both medical and surgical general care units and intermediate care (IMC) units.
• Provide high-quality, evidence-based care utilizing critical thinking skills to evaluate and assess patients, recognize and escalate complications, and administer appropriate nursing interventions while demonstrating a commitment to patient and family centered nursing care.
• Partner with dynamic multidisciplinary teams of nurses, nursing assistants, coordinated care roles, therapists, advanced practice providers, medical teams, and more, honing interpersonal communication skills and effectively delegating tasks as needed.
• Serve as a mentor and role model with opportunities to be a preceptor for new nurses and students, as well as have the opportunity to be involved in strategic planning efforts, quality improvement, and Shared Governance.

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)
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level