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Operational Supervisor - Ortho

UW Health

Rockford, Illinois

$89,752 - $134,618 a year

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RNOrthoOperating Room

Posted Aug 4, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 5, 2026

What the posting states

Base pay
$89,752 - $134,618 a year
Differentials
shift differential
Shift
100% FTE, Day shift, you will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St.
Weekends, holidays, call
On-call pay

About this role

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Work Schedule: 100% FTE, Day shift, you will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St. Additional components of compensation may include: Evening, night, and weekend • shift differential Overtime On-call pay At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have: • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance • Annual wellness reimbursement • Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids • Tuition reimbursement for career advancement-ask about our fully funded programs! • Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development • Strong shared governance structure • Commitment to employee voice Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in nursing. Required Work Experience Operating Room: At least two years of OR nursing experience. Required Previous clinical experience. Preferred Licenses & Certifications Current RN licensure in the State of Illinois. Required Basic Life Support/CPR Certification. Upon Hire Required Operating Room: ACLS & PALS. Preferred Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in nursing (Required)
  • At least two years of OR nursing experience (Required)
  • Previous clinical experience (Preferred)
  • Current RN licensure in the State of Illinois (Required)
  • Basic Life Support/CPR Certification (Upon Hire Required)
  • ACLS & PALS (Preferred)

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Paternity leave

About the employer

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UW Health
Academic Medical Center

UW Health is the integrated health system affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison, serving more than 867,000 patients each year across the Upper Midwest and beyond. With more than 2,000 physicians and 26,500 dedicated staff, the system provides care through…

4.7 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Academic medical center affiliation with University of Wisconsin–Madison offering access to cutting-edge research and complex case experience
  • Specialized critical care nursing opportunities such as the 12-bed Neurosciences ICU with ICU and IMC level care
  • Strong shift differentials: $4/hour evening, $5/hour night, and $10/hour weekender differential

What reviewers flag

  • Weekender program requires working all holidays that fall on scheduled shifts
  • Large academic medical center may involve bureaucratic processes and complex organizational structure
  • High-acuity patient populations in specialty ICUs may present significant physical and emotional demands
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Living in Rockford, IL

Rockford sits along the Rock River in northern Illinois, offering a mix of urban amenities and outdoor recreation. Known as the 'Forest City,' it features extensive parkland and a growing healthcare sector. The downtown area continues to revitalize, while nearby state parks provide weekend escapes for nurses seeking balance between career and lifestyle.

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Metro price level · Rockford area
92.2
8% below the national average
Median gross rent
$985/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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