DescriptionWork Schedule:
Part-time per diem. Varied shifts include: 7:45am 4:15pm 7:45am 1:00pm 7:45am 8:15pm 12:30pm 9:00pm and 4:00pm 9:00pm. Weekend rotation is required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Pay:
UW Health offers a competitive compensation package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay.
Be part of something remarkable
Join the REMARKABLE UW Health team where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to provide patient- and family-centered care.
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to:
- Join our team of experienced family practice internal medicine and pediatric physicians certified physician assistants and nurse practitioners who provide on-demand acute care services for patients of all ages.
- Prepare patients for our providers by obtaining the patients history of their present illness or injury checking vital signs documenting chief complaint medications and allergies perform EKGs and administer medications and will also assist with and/or perform various procedures.
- Make phone calls within scope of practice such as results calls and assist with coordination of care.
At UW Health you will have:
- An excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance paid time off and retirement plans.
- 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.
- Access to UW Healths Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
- 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.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent Required
- Certificate from accredited Practical Nurse Program Required
Work Experience
- 1 year of experience as an LPN Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Wisconsin Practical Nurse Licensure Required
- CPR/BLS certification Required
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.
UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.