RN – Inpatient, Acute Care Surgical Specialty
About The Position
Work Schedule: 90% FTE, evening/night shifts with two (2) in six (6) weekend rotation. Holidays required. Hours are based off of the operational needs of the department. You will be working at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) : Elevate your nursing career at Wisconsin’s #1 hospital on a dynamic unit where you'll care for patients across four specialties: Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT. Every day brings a unique challenge, honing your skills and expanding your knowledge base. Be a part of an innovative interdisciplinary team that supports and educates patients undergoing specialized procedures like free flap monitoring for breast reconstruction after mastectomy, as well as providing patient and family education following urinary diversion surgeries to get patients confident in caring for themselves at home. Witnessing the impact of your care firsthand that plays a vital role in their recovery and well-being. This unit provides excellent experience with airway management, including new tracheostomies, for RNs who may want to work in the critical care setting in the future. Learn more about this unit
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 (for Inpatient Units and Central Float, Venous Access Team, Radiology, Hemodialysis, Cardiovascular Laboratory).
- Two (2) years of nursing experience (for eICU).
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Relevant Certification
Responsibilities
- Care for patients across four specialties: Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, and ENT.
- Support and educate patients undergoing specialized procedures like free flap monitoring for breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
- Provide patient and family education following urinary diversion surgeries.
- Manage airways, including new tracheostomies.
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- paid time off
- retirement plans
- two-week paid parental leave
- adoption assistance
- Tuition benefits eligibility
- referral bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
