RN - Emergency Department - Pediatric

UW Health • Madison, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ED/ER) to join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin. You will be part of the only healthcare system in Wisconsin that offers Level I Trauma Care for adults and children and a Burn and Wound Center. The department consists of 40 acute care adult rooms, 11 Pediatric rooms, three multi-purpose procedure rooms, and three Behavioral Health “Safe” rooms. It is fully equipped with three Major Trauma rooms and a Pediatric Resuscitation room to facilitate the care of the critically ill or injured adult and pediatric patient. A new CareSTART area is open during peak times to expedite the intake process and allow for patient care to begin sooner. An RN and physician see the patient on arrival and care can begin immediately.

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 Required
• CPR certification Upon Hire Required
• 6 months of RN experience Required
• ACLS within 6 months Required
• PALS within 6 months Required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
• 1 year of ICU, Critical Care, or Emergency Department experience with adult and/or pediatric populations Preferred
• TNCC Preferred
• ENPC Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide care for critically ill or injured adult and pediatric patients.
• Utilize Major Trauma rooms and a Pediatric Resuscitation room.
• Work in a CareSTART area to expedite intake and begin patient care sooner.
• Work evening/night shifts, including a weekend and holiday rotation.
• Adhere to acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
• Participate in a strong shared governance structure where every nurse has a voice.
• Engage in nursing excellence recognized and celebrated through award programs.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 1 year of employment
• Shift Differentials: $4/hour evening and $5/hour night as applicable for hours worked.
• Overtime

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level