RN - Access Center at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, Wisconsin

Job Description:

90% FTE, 8/12 hour evening shifts, typically 11:00am - 11:00pm, includes weekends and some holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This position will work at 8501 Excelsior Dr. in Madison, WI.

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We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:

• Assist referring providers with urgent care needs for their adult and pediatric patients. You may arrange transportation on UW Med Flight or CHETA (Children's Hospital Emergency Transport Ambulance). These services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Act as the clinical liaison to centralize and simplify the process of providing the appropriate level of care for the patient.
• Ensure a multidisciplinary team approach while working to provide access for the best care of the patient and family.

• 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.
• 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 by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year of relevant clinical RN experience in acute care medical/surgical nursing Required
• Recent experience in phone triage, phone processing, discharge planning, or case management Preferred
• Previous experience within the UW Health system Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) where patients are receiving care or may work as eligible per state licensing regulations Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-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, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.

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