RN - Neurosciences General Care Unit

Multiple staff nurse openings are available in this unit.

We have .6 - .9 FTE evening/night and day/night shifts available.

8/12 hours shifts.

We offer a competitive starting pay, relevant work experience will be considered, this position also includes a shift/weekend differential.

You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to:


* Join our fast-paced neuro specialty inpatient unit that offers an opportunity to advance your nursing skills utilizing evidence-based practice and become part of a collaborative team that encourages and helps one another to succeed.


* Work with a variety of both medical and surgical neuro patients on this 25-bed neurosurgery general care unit.

Post-surgical cases may include spine surgeries, brain tumors, craniotomy or ophthalmology cases.

The neurological patient population on this unit may include multiple sclerosis, ALS, Guillain-Barre syndrome, trauma or ortho patients with multiple injuries/diagnosis or spinal fractures requiring orthotics.


* Join our interdisciplinary team of stroke professionals.

UW Health is proud to be a Joint Commission accredited Comprehensive Stroke Program in WI with the ability to treat the most complex stroke cases in the state.


* Help provide the highest level of diagnosis and treatment options for people with epilepsy.

This unit includes a Level IV Comprehensive Epilepsy Center as designated by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers.


* Provide patient and family centered care while partnering with a dynamic multidisciplinary team of nurses, nursing assistants, therapists, coordinated care, Advanced Practice Providers and medical teams who provide high quality, evidence-based care.


* Please take a minute to review this video of the Neurology unit.

Education


* 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


* Relevant RN Experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities


* Knowledge and experience documenting patient care in an electronic medical record


* Ability to make knowledgeable clinical assessments and judgments


* Ability to work independently


* Ability to educate staff, patients, and families


* Demonstrates effective and respectful communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team


* Ability to facilitate multidisciplinary resolution of issues


* Demonstrates ability to maintain patient and family privacy and confidentiality


* Demonstrates competence within a continuum of professional development from advanced beginner to expert practitioner

Licenses and Certifications


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