RN Inpatient, Acute Care General Surgery Unit

Description:

Work Schedule:

90% FTE, day/evening shift.

Every other 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

Come work at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin and join the UW Health RN Inpatient Acute Care General Surgery unit! UW Health is a Magnet-designated organization, which is the most prestigious title a health care organization can achieve for nursing excellence and quality patient care.

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to:


* Join a team of remarkable nurses that use compassion and teamwork to care for high acuity general care level patients on the 28 bed Acute Care General Surgery unit.


* Provide post-operative care to patients undergoing complex abdominal surgeries involving the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas (Whipple procedure), gallbladder, and bile ducts.


* Be part of a team of nurses that are skilled in providing post-operative surgical care for acutely ill patients.

Become an expert in management of surgical drains, nasogastric tube placement, administering enteral nutrition, complex wound care with use of would vacs, epidural and PCA pain pump management, and stoma care.


* Collaborate with multiple surgical services including general surgery, minimally invasive surgery, emergency surgery, and surgical oncology as well as specialty certified Wound and Ostomy RNs.


* Work in a setting that fosters a culture of professional development through continuing education, support for professional certifications, and mentorship.


* Be involved in cutting edge, evidence-based therapies and research studies to improve patient outcomes.


* Participate in quality improvement initiatives and lead practice change.

Hear from a nurse in General Surgery about what makes her role rewarding.

"UW Health is an incredible place to work because of the strong sense of community and the opportunities for growth.

Working on the Acute Care General Surgery unit is special because of the staff.

We are a close-knit group, especially on night shift.

What I enjoy most is the collaboration and teamwork and how every person brings something unique to the table.

There is always something new to learn."

-Tessa Lewis, BSN, RN, CTL

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.


* Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.


* 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.


* A place where nursing excellence is recog...