RN - Inpatient General Internal Medicine Unit
Job description
Work Schedule:
90% FTE, evening/night shift. Every third weekend rotation and holiday rotation. We offer a competitive starting pay, relevant work experience will be considered, this position also includes a shift/weekend differential. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.
Be part of something remarkable
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin and be part of a Magnet-designated academic medical center, where staff are on the leading edge of their fields creating new therapies and treatments that set the standard of care!
We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:
- Join a team of remarkable nurses that use compassion and advanced critical thinking skills to care for adults suffering from complex acute illnesses on this 28-bed unit. This unit also serves as our Special Pathogens Unit.
- Provide care for acutely ill patients, including those with pneumonia, COPD, congestive heart failure, acute and chronic renal failure, cellulitis, gastrointestinal bleeds, liver failure, diseases of addiction, diabetes mellitus, COVID, and altered mental status.
- Be involved in cutting edge, evidence-based therapies and research studies to improve patient outcomes.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and lead practice change.
- Work on a unit with a culture of shared governance and empowerment where each member of the team has a voice in their clinical and professional practice. Here, all will find not just a workplace, but a team dedicated to everyone’s success and the highest standards of patient care.
Learn more about working on the General Internal Medicine unit: video.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- 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.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
- Inpatient Units and Central Float (Adult & Pediatric), Venous Access Team (VAT), Radiology, Hemodialysis, Cardiovascular Laboratory:
- 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
- Relevant RN Experience Preferred
- 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 Required
- Current CPR/BLS Certification Required
- Relevant Certification Preferred
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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UW Health is an integrated health system that includes six major hospitals, several clinics and specialty centers, and more than 1,800 employed physicians. It serves over 800,000 patients annually across Wisconsin and northern Illinois. The system is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, providing leading-edge education and research opportunities, alongside high-quality patient care. As a prominent academic medical center, UW Health is recognized for its specialized services, including organ transplantation, cancer treatment, and orthopedics. The institution also hosts one of Wisconsin's highest-ranked hospitals according to U.S. News & World Report. Beyond clinical services, UW Health is committed to community engagement, volunteerism, and charitable support, showing a dedication to patient care that goes beyond the hospital walls. UW Health is not only a health provider but also a leader in advancements in medical science, contributing significantly to clinical research and medical education. Its healthcare professionals are involved in various innovative projects aimed at improving healthcare outcomes and patient safety. With more than 24,000 employees, UW Health remains one of the largest employers in the region, dedicated to developing future healthcare leaders and providing educational opportunities in various health-focused disciplines. Their mission is driven by a focus on compassionate care, patient-centered practices, and the pursuit of excellence in every facet of their operations.
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