RN - Medical ICU

UW Health•Madison, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to elevate your critical care nursing career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Our upcoming newly designed Medical ICU will offer an exciting opportunity to care for some of the most complex and critically ill adult patients at University Hospital - a leading Level I Trauma Center and Wisconsin’s #1 hospital. We are seeking an experienced critical care Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dedicated team in a state-of-the-art 16-bed MICU that will begin to care for patients Spring 2027.

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
Current CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
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. Required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
Relevant RN Experience Preferred
ACLS within 6 months Required
Relevant certification Preferred

Responsibilities

Care for diverse patient conditions including sepsis, respiratory failure/ARDS, pulmonary hypertension, liver failure, gastrointestinal bleeding and diabetic ketoacidosis.
Provide specialized care for adult patients requiring interventions with multiple drips/pressors, Blakemore tubes, Prostacyclin and EKOS system therapies.
Work in a fast-paced environment designed to provide cutting-edge and evidence based critical care in a newly constructed space with advanced technology and resources.
Collaborate with a strong interdisciplinary team fostering a supportive and positive work culture where teamwork drives exceptional patient outcomes.

Benefits

health and dental insurance
paid time off
retirement plans
two-week paid parental leave
adoption assistance
Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher)
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 on day one of employment
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions