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UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin
RN - Inpatient Float · $40 - $60/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 542 posted healthcare roles in Madison, Wisconsin rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 13% above the Madison, Wisconsin median for similar positions.
Float across multiple medical and surgical general care and intermediate care units to provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and serve as a mentor or preceptor for new nurses and students.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Work Experience Inpatient Units and Central Float (Adult & Pediatric), Venous Access Team (VAT), Radiology, Hemodialysis, Cardiovascular Laboratory: 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. Required eICU: Two (2) years of nursing experience Required Relevant RN Experience 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 Current CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire Required ACLS within 6 months Required Relevant certification 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.
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 Health East Madison Hospital – is UW Health’s newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you’re sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.
Job Description: UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
Requires a valid RN license in Wisconsin or a compact state, along with CPR/BLS certification and ACLS within six months. A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred, and specific experience levels vary by unit (6 months to 2 years).
Market context
Wisconsin inpatient float RN roles are often tied to hospitals needing flexible coverage across units, so demand tends to follow staffing gaps, census changes, and seasonal surges. These jobs can be competitive because employers usually look for recent inpatient experience, a Wisconsin or compact RN license, and sometimes a BSN preference. Review the unit expectations closely and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.