RN - Access Center

UW Health•Madison, WI

7d•$40 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 60% FTE position for a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Access Center, working an evening/night shift primarily from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, including weekends and some holidays. Hours may vary based on departmental needs. The RN will assist referring providers with urgent care needs for adult and pediatric patients, potentially arranging transportation via UW Med Flight or CHETA. This role serves as a clinical liaison to centralize and simplify the process of providing the appropriate level of care for patients, ensuring a multidisciplinary team approach for optimal patient and family care.

Requirements

1 year of relevant clinical RN experience in acute care medical/surgical nursing Required
Registration as a professional nurse in the state of Wisconsin Required

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing Preferred
Recent experience in phone triage, phone processing, discharge planning, or case management - Preferred
3 years of experience in an acute care inpatient unit or Intermediate Care Experience - Preferred

Responsibilities

Assist referring providers with urgent care needs for their adult and pediatric patients.
Arrange transportation on UW Med Flight or CHETA (Children’s Hospital Emergency Transport Ambulance).
Act as the clinical liaison to centralize and simplify the process of providing the appropriate level of care for the patient.
Ensure a multidisciplinary team approach while working to provide access for the best care of the patient and family.

Benefits

Evening and night shift differential
Weekend differential
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants
An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.