Per Diem Registered Nurses must commit to work a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours, per six (6) week scheduling period in direct patient care. As applicable to operations, one shift should be an evening, night, weekend or holiday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will be working at University Hospital in Madison, WI. 

Be part of something remarkable

If you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of patients at their time of greatest need, consider joining our state-of-the-art Emergency Department (ED / ER).

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) 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, two-week paid parental leave, adoption assistance 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 benefits eligibility after one year of employment - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. 

Education:

Preferred - Baccalaureate degree in nursing.

Work Experience:

Minimum - Six (6) months of RN experience.

Preferred - One (1) year of ICU, Critical Care, or Emergency Department experience with adult and/or pediatric populations.

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum - Registration as a professional nurse in the state of Wisconsin. CPR certification. ACLS and PALS certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred - TNCC, ENPC, ACLS and PALS certifications.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, 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, women, and LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities 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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