RN - Nursing Program Specialist – Magnet and Nursing Excellence at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, Wisconsin

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Work Schedule :

1.0 FTE salaried position; This is a full-time position scheduled to typically work Monday through Friday, with core hours between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, however some off hours or weekends may be required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at the UW Health Administrative Office Building located in Madison, WI with travel required to various UW Health facilities located throughout Southern WI as operationally needed.

Description:

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to

• Coordinate the ongoing Magnet recognition initiative, including, assessment of enterprise readiness; formulation and implementation of improvement strategies to meet the Magnet criteria.
• Review relevant research, other literature, and best practices related to programs and develop work plans for program design, implementation, evaluation and maintenance.
• Collaborate on and support other selected professional practice advancement initiatives.
• Plan and implement educational programming related to the programs and projects.
• Strong programmatic experience is preferred as well as a MSN or higher degree.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required
• Master's Degree Nursing, Business or related healthcare field. Four years of leadership experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree Required

• 3 years of recent nursing experience Required
• Experience in developing professional practice, clinical advancement and Magnet recognition programing Preferred

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin or equivalency Upon Hire Required
• Certification in area of specialty or eligible for certification Preferred

• Effective leadership abilities, specifically the ability to lead without direct authority.
• Ability to quickly assimilate, assesses, and acts upon new concepts, trends, and initiatives.
• Proficient with organizational and professional interrelationships, conflict resolution, and change concepts.
• Ability to think systemically and understand the implications of policies and practices.
• Ability to use and implement process improvement tools and techniques.
• Effective oral and written communication and human relation skills required -communicate and work with diverse constituencies, develop rapport with people at all levels of the organization, clearly communicate goals, objectives and progress.
• Effective analytical ability in order to develop and analyze options, recommend solutions to and solve complex problems and issues.
• Must be able to work independently and prioritize workload to complete projects with minimal direction.
• Must be energetic, forward-thinking with a positive and professional image.
• Proficient Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Valid State of Wisconsin driver's license required. Must be willing to travel for meetings.
• Knowledge of professional nursing practice elements, contemporary models of nursing, and knowledge regarding the Magnet Model is also essential.

Sedentary: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one, which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and ant-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, women, and LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/vets.

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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