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RN - Pre/Post/PACU

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Madison, Wisconsin

Posted Sep 1

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Shift
Nights
Unit
PACU

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Role

Schedule
Nights
Term
Permanent
On the floor
No call
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN

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About this role

100% FTE, 8/12 hour evening/night shifts, Monday - Friday with no on-call responsibilities. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will be working at East Madison Hospital in Madison, WI.

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We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to

Assist with overnight hold patients. Provide care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric perioperative patients and their families. Evaluate patient’s responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals.

At UW Health, you will have

An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety. A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.

Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that to support employee/family well-being. A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.

Tuition reimbursement eligibility after 1 year of employment- UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Nursing Required Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred

Work Experience

6 months of current surgical general care or emergency department experience Required 2 years of current independent PACU, critical care, or ICU experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

  • Registration as a professional nurse in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
  • CPR certification Upon Hire Required
  • ACLS certification Preferred
  • PALS 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.

UW Health East Madison Hospital – is UW Health’s newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you’re sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

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Requirements

  • Associate's Degree in Nursing Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred
  • Work Experience
  • 6 months of current surgical general care or emergency department experience Required
  • 2 years of current independent PACU, critical care, or ICU experience Preferred
  • Registration as a professional nurse in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
  • CPR certification Upon Hire Required
  • ACLS certification Preferred
  • PALS 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.
  • UW Health East Madison Hospital – is UW Health’s newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you’re sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.
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Place

City
Madison, Wisconsin
Median rent
$1,413/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$78,050/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
3% below the national average

Madison area index 97.3, where 100 is the national average.

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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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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