RN – Inpatient, Acute Care Surgical Specialty
About The Position
The Registered Nurse will work on an inpatient acute care surgical specialty unit at University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. The unit serves patients across Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT, giving nurses the opportunity to develop skills across a range of specialized care. The interdisciplinary team supports patients undergoing procedures such as breast reconstruction after mastectomy and urinary diversion surgeries, including monitoring free flaps and educating patients and families for care at home. The role also offers experience with airway management, including care for patients with new tracheostomies. The position is 90% FTE, with day and evening shifts and a weekend rotation; holidays are required. Hours are based on departmental operational needs. Applicable pay differentials include $4 per hour for evening work and $4.25 per hour for weekend work. UW Health describes its inpatient nursing environment as having acuity-based staffing ratios, shared governance, and recognition programs for nursing excellence.
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.
- Current Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin or a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Relevant RN experience.
- Relevant certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide inpatient nursing care to patients in Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT.
- Monitor free flaps for patients undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
- Provide patient and family education following urinary diversion surgeries to support safe self-care at home.
- Provide care involving airway management, including for patients with new tracheostomies.
- Work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
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 excellence award programs
- Tuition benefits for coursework associated with career advancement
- Referral bonus opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
