RN - Surgical / Trauma ICU
About The Position
Are you ready to elevate your critical care nursing career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Our upcoming newly designed Surgical / Trauma 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 STICU that will begin to care for patients Spring 2027. The unit features a diverse patient population including trauma victims with multiple injuries, maternal fetal medicine, and high-acuity surgical patients to include post-op liver transplant recipients, thoracic aortic aneurysm repairs, and bowel obstruction cases. Specialized care is provided for adult patients with EVDs, lumbar drains, and Swan-Ganz catheters. This is a fast-paced environment designed to provide cutting-edge and evidence-based critical care in a newly constructed space with advanced technology and resources. Strong interdisciplinary collaboration fosters a supportive and positive work culture where teamwork drives exceptional patient outcomes.
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
- ACLS within 6 months 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
- Relevant certification Preferred
Responsibilities
- Care for complex and critically ill adult patients in a Surgical/Trauma ICU.
- Provide specialized care for adult patients with EVDs, lumbar drains, and Swan-Ganz catheters.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve exceptional patient outcomes.
- Work in a fast-paced environment utilizing advanced technology and resources.
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 resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department
- Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety
- Strong shared governance structure
- Tuition benefits eligibility on day one of employment
- 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
