RN - Emergency Department - Weekender
About The Position
UW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Emergency Department at University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. The position is 60% FTE and scheduled for eight 12-hour evening/night shifts, Friday through Sunday, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Hours may vary based on departmental operational needs. Additional compensation may include shift differentials of $4 per hour for evening hours and $5 per hour for night hours, as applicable, and overtime. The Emergency Department provides adult and pediatric emergency and trauma care. It includes 40 acute-care adult rooms, 11 pediatric rooms, three multipurpose procedure rooms, three behavioral health safe rooms, three major trauma rooms, and a pediatric resuscitation room. The department also has a CareSTART area that operates during peak times to expedite intake and allow care to begin sooner, with an RN and physician seeing patients on arrival. UW Health offers acuity-based staffing ratios, shared governance, schedule options, employee wellness resources, recognition programs for nursing excellence, and tuition reimbursement eligibility after one year of employment for coursework associated with career advancement. The organization states its commitment to fostering belonging and providing equal employment opportunities.
Requirements
- Registration as a professional nurse in the state of Wisconsin, required upon hire.
- CPR certification, required upon hire.
- At least 6 months of RN experience, required.
- ACLS certification within 6 months.
- PALS certification within 6 months.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- One year of ICU, critical care, or Emergency Department experience with adult and/or pediatric populations preferred.
- TNCC preferred.
- ENPC preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide emergency nursing care to adult and pediatric patients, including critically ill or injured patients.
- Work in the Emergency Department’s adult, pediatric, trauma, procedure, and behavioral health care settings as needed.
- Participate in patient intake and timely initiation of care, including through the CareSTART area during peak times.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Acuity-based staffing ratios
- Shared governance structure
- 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
- Nursing excellence recognition and award programs
- Tuition reimbursement eligibility after one year of employment
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
