RN-Adult Cardiac Cath Lab and EP Lab
About The Position
Be an integral member of a high-performing, multidisciplinary team delivering exceptional care to adult and geriatric patients undergoing complex cardiovascular procedures and diagnostic cardiac catheterizations in UW Health’s nationally recognized Cardiac Catheterization Lab at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Practice in a patient- and family-centered environment within a program rated high performing in cardiology by U.S. News & World Report, utilizing advanced technology and minimally invasive techniques to support structural heart interventions, advanced interventional procedures, and heart transplant services. Develop and integrate new skills while incorporating evidence-based nursing practice into unit culture, working alongside expert physicians, fellows, and researchers in a dynamic academic medical center. Participate in shared governance through a unit-based council, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and leading practice change.
Requirements
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WI or holds a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact Upon Hire
- Current CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
- Six (6) months nursing experience or current participant in UW Health’s Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on unit/similar unit.
- Relevant RN Experience
Nice To Haves
- Prior cardiac cath lab nursing experience
- ACLS within 6 months
- Relevant certification
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional care to adult and geriatric patients undergoing complex cardiovascular procedures and diagnostic cardiac catheterizations.
- Utilize advanced technology and minimally invasive techniques to support structural heart interventions, advanced interventional procedures, and heart transplant services.
- Develop and integrate new skills while incorporating evidence-based nursing practice into unit culture.
- Work alongside expert physicians, fellows, and researchers in a dynamic academic medical center.
- Participate in shared governance through a unit-based council, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and leading practice change.
- Provide on-call responsibilities for off hours, including weekends and holidays with a 30-minute response time.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plans
- Two-week paid parental leave
- 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.
- Tuition benefits eligibility
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
