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RN - NICU Level IV

UW Health

Madison, Wisconsin

$40.30–$60.45/hr

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Posted Aug 31, 2026 · Last seen active Sep 1, 2026

What the listing says

Base pay
$40.30–$60.45/hr
Differentials
This position is eligible for shift and weekend differentials depending on hours worked. · Shift Differentials: $4/hour evening and $5/hour night as applicable for hours worked.
Weekends, holidays, call
90% FTE Evening/Night with a weekend rotation and holiday rotation required.
Orientation & support
Residency program

About this role

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90% FTE Evening/Night with a weekend rotation and holiday rotation required. Hours may vary depending on operational needs of the department. You will be working at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, WI. This position is eligible for shift and weekend differentials depending on hours worked. This position is part of a NICU expansion and multiple positions are available. Pay: Additional components of compensation may include: • Shift Differentials: $4/hour evening and $5/hour night as applicable for hours worked. Weekend Differential: $4.25/hour as applicable for hours worked. Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to: • Provide care for critically ill newborns, infants and their families across the continuum of care, from admission to discharge. • This 26-bed NICU is a model for patient-and family-centered care. • Provide care for infants requiring the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services, including a wide variety of medical and surgical complexities. Take a virtual tour of our NICU and see the REMARKABLE care our nurses provide 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. • 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 - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Work Experience • Inpatient Units: 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 Licenses & Certifications • 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 • NRP within 6 months Required • Relevant certification 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. American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin —also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond. UW Hospital and Clinic Benefit Summary

Requirements

  • CPR Certification
  • Nursing
  • Inpatient experience
  • Paid parental leave
  • Infants
  • Magnet hospital
  • RN License
  • Hourly pay

About the employer

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UW Health
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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…

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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 Madison, WI

Madison blends college-town energy with Midwestern warmth, offering a laid-back yet vibrant lifestyle. Wisconsin's capital sits between Lakes Mendota and Monona and is home to the University of Wisconsin. Outdoor recreation, farmers' markets, and a friendly, health-conscious community make it an appealing destination for an RN seeking a welcoming relocation spot.

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Metro price level · Madison area
3% below the national average
BEA index 97.3 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,413/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$78,050/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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