University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
RN - Inpatient - Neurosciences Progressive Care Unit - 75% FTE, Evening/Night - University Hospital (8599) (Healthcare)
We are seeking a Registered Nurse:
· Join the neuroscience team on a new 12 bed General Care/IMC unit.
· Be part of creating a dynamic multidisciplinary team who provide high quality, compassionate and evidence-based care.
· Work with a variety of neuroscience patients with neurological disorders and post neurosurgical cases ranging from elective spine surgeries to brain tumors or brain injuries.
Education:
Minimum – Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Preferred – Baccalaureate degree in nursing.
Work Experience:
Minimum - One (1) year relevant clinical experience
Preferred - Recent neuro experience
Licenses and Certifications:
Minimum – Registration as a professional nurse in the State of Wisconsin. CPR certification.
Preferred - ACLS Certification (may complete within six months of hire).
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
· Knowledge regarding quality improvement and standards of care within practice area
· Experience in teaching patients and families
· Excellent communication skills
· Ability to effectively delegate and supervise the work of other nursing team members
Physical Requirements:
Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Work Schedule:
This is an Evening/Night position, with variable (8) eight and (12) hour shifts between the hours of 1500-0730. Weekend rotation required. Hours may vary based on operational needs of department.
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.
UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
UW Health values and embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.