RN - Inpatient Med Surg
About The Position
UW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Inpatient Medical-Surgical unit in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. The nurse will care for patients with a range of acute illnesses, including exacerbations of chronic conditions, pneumonia, infections, and post-surgical needs. The role involves using advanced assessment and critical-thinking skills to identify changes in patient condition and develop individualized plans of care, while providing evidence-based care and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The nurse will also contribute to quality-improvement initiatives and practice changes in a supportive environment focused on clinical growth. The position is 60% FTE, with 12-hour day/evening shifts from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The schedule includes every third weekend and a holiday rotation; hours may vary with departmental operational needs. The work location is 707 S University Ave, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.
Requirements
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Wisconsin or hold a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact; required upon hire.
- Six months of nursing experience preferred.
- Relevant certification preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).
- Six months of nursing experience.
- Relevant certification.
Responsibilities
- Deliver patient care to individuals with acute illnesses, including exacerbations of chronic conditions, pneumonia, infections, and post-surgical needs.
- Use assessment and critical-thinking skills to recognize changes in patient condition and develop individualized plans of care.
- Provide evidence-based care using current therapies intended to improve outcomes and the patient experience.
- Collaborate with nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide safe, compassionate, high-quality care.
- Participate in quality-improvement initiatives and lead practice changes.
- Develop clinical expertise as a Medical-Surgical RN.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Two weeks of paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Full-time benefits for positions at 60% FTE and higher
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
