UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin
Provide care for patients with complex acute and chronic illnesses in Family Practice and Forensic units. Collaborate with correctional officers to care for incarcerated patients from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections.
90% FTE, day/evening. Weekend rotation and holiday rotation required. Hours are based off the operational needs of the department. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.
Be part of something remarkable
Become part of a dedicated group of professionals who excel in the care of highly diverse medical and surgical patients.
Be part of a team that offers the opportunity to develop advanced critical thinking skills in a dynamic and supportive setting.
Work on an 18-bed Family Practice and 10-bed Forensic unit that provides care to patients suffering from complex acute illnesses and patients with chronic conditions.
Have the unique opportunity to collaborate with correctional officers while caring for incarcerated patients who are inmates from the Department of Corrections for the State of Wisconsin. Nurses on this unit go through specific training to care for the forensic patient population.
Be part of a Magnet-designated academic medical center, where staff are on the leading edge of their fields creating new therapies and treatments that set the standard of care. Magnet is the most prestigious title a health care organization can achieve for nursing excellence and quality patient care.
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An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
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 on day one of employment - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) 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.
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Requires a valid RN license in Wisconsin or a compact state and current CPR/BLS certification. A BSN is preferred, and six months of nursing experience or completion of a Nurse Residency Program is required for most units.
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.
