RN - Inpatient, Pediatric Supplemental Resources (Float Pool) - University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
Madison, WI 53701
About the Job
Be part of something remarkable
Join the nationally known American Family Children's Hospital.
We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN)- Inpatient Pediatric Float Pool to:
- Float across multiple departments within the American Family Children's Hospital to cover sick leaves, unit acuity changes and leave of absences. Care for highly complex, critically ill pediatric patients in the following areas: Neonatal ICU, Pediatric ICU, Pediatric Intermediate/Complex Care Unit, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Pediatric General Medical/Surgical
- Provide care to neonates, infants, children, adolescents and families, coping with complex medical diagnosis and disease processes.
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based care utilizing critical thinking skills to evaluate and assess patients, recognize and escalate complications, and safely administer appropriate nursing interventions and advanced life support therapies while demonstrating a commitment to patient and family centered nursing care.
- Partner with dynamic multidisciplinary teams of nurses, nursing assistants, coordinated care roles, therapists, advanced practice providers, medical teams, and more, honing interpersonal communication skills and effectively delegating tasks as necessary.
- Serve as a mentor and role model with opportunities to orient nurses who are new to the Pediatric Float Pool and work with nursing students, as well as have the opportunity to be involved in strategic planning efforts, quality improvement, and Shared Governance
At UW Health, you will have :
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- 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.
- A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Education :
Preferred - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Work Experience :
Minimum -Six (6) months nursing experience or current participant in UW Health's Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on unit/similar unit.
Preferred - Relevant RN Experience.
Licenses and Certifications :
Minimum - 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. Current CPR/BLS Certification. PALS within 12 months of hire.
Preferred -Relevant Certification.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, 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.
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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