Nursing Education Specialist/RN-Nurse Educator - Surgical Services at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, Wisconsin

Job Description:

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Work Schedule :

90% FTE salaried position; This is a 0.9 FTE position scheduled to typically work Monday through Friday, with core hours between 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, however some off hours or weekends may be required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

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Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our amazing team at East Madison Hospital as a Nursing Education Specialist (NES) or RN-Nursing Educator (NE) to:

• Facilitate and conduct the initial onboarding and continued professional development of nursing staff, with a focus in the operating room (OR) / intraoperative area.
• Curriculum and program development to support the multi-specialty intraoperative patients at the East Madison Hospital within the surgical services service line. This will include collaboration across departments.
• Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive educational programs.
• Participate in the promotion and delivery of new house wide initiatives.
• Provide expertise and resources in the area of support; three years of surgical services including intra-operative nursing is highly preferred.

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.
• 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 - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

• RN-Nursing Educator: Bachelor of Science-Nursing degree (BSN) and Must obtain Master's degree in Nursing in relevant specialty within five (5) years of start date in this position. Required
• Nursing Education Specialist: Master's Degree in Nursing Required

Work Experience

• 3 years of relevant clinical nursing experience Required
• 3 years of relevant clinical nursing experience with position specific patient population Preferred
• 3 years of experience providing orientation and education for nursing staff in clinical setting Preferred
• Relevant experience in primary and specialty clinic settings for NES candidates working in ambulatory areas Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WI or holds a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact Required
• National certification in relevant specialty Preferred

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, 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.

East Madison Hospital - is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

Job Description for RN - Nursing Education Specialist

Job Description for RN - Nursing Educator

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