RN Inpatient Acute Care General Surgery Unit
About The Position
Work Schedule: 90% FTE, evening/night shift. Every third weekend rotation and some holiday's required. Hours are based off the operational needs of the department. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI. We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to: Join a team of remarkable nurses that use compassion and teamwork to care for high acuity general care level patients on the 28 bed Acute Care General Surgery unit. Provide post-operative care to patients undergoing complex abdominal surgeries involving the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas (Whipple procedure), gallbladder, and bile ducts. Be part of a team of nurses that are skilled in providing post-operative surgical care for acutely ill patients. Become an expert in management of surgical drains, nasogastric tube placement, administering enteral nutrition, complex wound care with use of would vacs, epidural and PCA pain pump management, and stoma care. Collaborate with multiple surgical services including general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, emergency surgery, and surgical oncology as well as specialty certified Wound and Ostomy RNs. Work in a setting that fosters a culture of professional development through continuing education, support for professional certifications, and mentorship. Be involved in cutting edge, evidence-based therapies and research studies to improve patient outcomes. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and lead practice change. Hear from a nurse in General Surgery about what makes her role rewarding. “UW Health is an incredible place to work because of the strong sense of community and the opportunities for growth. Working on the Acute Care General Surgery unit is special because of the staff. We are a close-knit group, especially on night shift. What I enjoy most is the collaboration and teamwork and how every person brings something unique to the table. There is always something new to learn.”
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
- Current CPR/BLS Certification
- 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.
- Two (2) years of nursing experience (for eICU)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Relevant RN Experience
- Relevant Certification
Responsibilities
- Provide post-operative care to patients undergoing complex abdominal surgeries involving the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas (Whipple procedure), gallbladder, and bile ducts.
- Manage surgical drains, nasogastric tube placement, administer enteral nutrition, complex wound care with use of wound vacs, epidural and PCA pain pump management, and stoma care.
- Collaborate with multiple surgical services including general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, emergency surgery, and surgical oncology as well as specialty certified Wound and Ostomy RNs.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and lead practice change.
- Be involved in cutting edge, evidence-based therapies and research studies to improve patient outcomes.
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- paid time off
- retirement plans
- Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work
- Tuition benefits eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
