What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Pediatric Emergency Department position at University of Wisconsin Health (UW Health)?
60% FTE, 8/12 hour evening shifts, primarily 5:00pm - 1:00am, including weekends. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will be working at University Hospital in Madison, WI.
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Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ED/ER) to:
Work in a Pediatric ED that was created just for kids with a highly trained staff and child-friendly setting.
Work in close collaboration with our board-certified, fellowship trained, pediatric emergency physicians 24/7
Be supported by the specialist and resources of UW Health Kids and the American Family Children’s Hospital.
Utilize best practice concepts to achieve the optimal quality outcomes for the pediatric patient.
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 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 - 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
Registration as a professional nurse in the state of Wisconsin 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 Diversity and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
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.
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