RN - Inpatient Acute Care General Surgery Unit
About The Position
UW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 28-bed Acute Care General Surgery unit at University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. The unit provides high-acuity general care and post-operative care for patients undergoing complex abdominal surgeries involving the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts. Nurses collaborate with general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, emergency surgery, surgical oncology, and specialty-certified Wound and Ostomy RNs. The role offers opportunities to develop expertise in surgical care, participate in evidence-based therapies and research, and contribute to quality improvement and practice change. The department supports professional development through continuing education, certification support, and mentorship. The position is 90% FTE on an evening/night shift. The schedule includes every other weekend and some holidays, with hours based on departmental operational needs.
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 (RN) 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 post-operative care to patients following complex abdominal surgeries.
- Manage surgical drains and nasogastric tube placement.
- Administer enteral nutrition.
- Provide complex wound care, including use of wound vacs, and stoma care.
- Manage epidural and PCA pain pumps.
- Collaborate with surgical services and specialty-certified Wound and Ostomy RNs.
- Participate in evidence-based therapies and research studies to improve patient outcomes.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and lead practice change.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.
- A variety of schedule and shift options intended to support flexibility and work-life balance.
- Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work for employee and family well-being.
- Acuity-based staffing ratios.
- Shared governance structure.
- Nursing recognition and award programs.
- Tuition benefits to help pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
