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RN - Emergency Department - Pediatrics

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Madison, Wisconsin

Posted Aug 25 · Not open to new grads

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Shift
Rotating
Hours a week
24
Unit
ER

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Rotating · 24 hours
Weekends
Weekends required
Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
0.5+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$50/hr
nursing in Wisconsin$38/hr

The median for nursing in Wisconsin is $38/hr, across 352 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

Shift differential
+$4/hr

About this role

60% FTE, 8/12 hour evening/night shifts, 11:00am - 11:30pm, including a weekend and holiday rotation. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will be working at American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, WI.

Pay

  • Additional components of compensation may include:
  • Shift Differentials: $4/hour evening and $5/hour night as applicable for hours worked.
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  • Overtime

Be part of something remarkable!

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ED/ER) to:

  • Be part of the only healthcare system in Wisconsin that offers Level I Trauma Care for adults and children and a Burn and Wound Center, as verified by the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
  • Join a department that consists of 40 acute care adult rooms, 11 Pediatric rooms, three multi-purpose procedure rooms, and three Behavioral Health “Safe” rooms.
  • Fully equipped with three Major Trauma rooms and a Pediatric Resuscitation room to facilitate the care of the critically ill or injured adult and pediatric patient.
  • New CareSTART area which is open during peak times to expedite the intake process and allow for patient care to begin sooner. An RN and physician see the patient on arrival and care can begin immediately.

Hear what makes working in our Emergency Department rewarding

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

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Work Experience

  • 6 months of RN experience Required
  • 1 year of ICU, Critical Care, or Emergency Department experience with adult and/or pediatric populations 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
  • CPR certification Upon Hire Required
  • ACLS within 6 months Required
  • PALS within 6 months Required
  • TNCC Preferred
  • ENPC 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.

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Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Work Experience 6 months of RN experience Required 1 year of ICU, Critical Care, or Emergency Department experience with adult and/or pediatric populations Preferre· from this posting

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Place

City
Madison, Wisconsin
Rent against this pay
27% of monthly gross
This role$1,413/mo rent
Monthly gross$5,200/mo

$1,413 median rent against $5,200 a month at $50/hr for 24 hours a week, before tax. Census ACS 2024.

Local household income
$78,050/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

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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Approximate location in Madison, WI. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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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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Pediatrics is open from year one. Children's hospitals run their own new grad residencies.

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