Coordinate holistic care plans for pediatric patients with complex needs, including those dependent on ventilators, dialysis, and tracheostomies. Manage patients with acute and chronic conditions such as nephrology diseases, type 1 diabetes, and epilepsy.
90% FTE, three - 12 hour evening/night shifts per week including every other weekend and a holiday rotation. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at the American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, WI.
Shift
Differentials: $4/hour evening and $5/hour night as applicable for hours worked.
Weekend
Differential: $4.25/hour as applicable for hours worked.
Be part of something remarkable
Grow your nursing career at the nationally known American Family Children’s Hospital.
Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate a holistic plan of care for the patient and family.
Care for children dependent on technology such as home ventilators and home dialysis as well as children dependent on tracheostomies.
You will also care for patients with acute and chronic nephrology diseases, new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, epilepsy and idiopathic/non-idiopathic scoliosis.
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.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
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 as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
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American Family Children’s Hospital [http://www.uwhealthkids.org/] 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 [http://www.uwhealthkids.org/news-and-events/re-verified-level-i-pediatric-trauma-center/48763] and Level IV NICU [http://www.uwhealthkids.org/neonatology-nicu/neonatal-intensive-care-unit-nicu/43311], which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.
Job Description: UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
Requires a valid RN license in Wisconsin or a compact state and current CPR/BLS certification, with PALS required within 12 months. A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) and relevant inpatient nursing experience are preferred.
Market context
In Wisconsin, CNA openings are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other patient-care settings. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with current state certification, though some will also consider applicants who have completed a 75-hour training program and are awaiting the state exam. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and availability before applying.