RN – Wound and Ostomy Procedure

Description:

Work Schedule:
80% FTE 8-hour day shifts scheduled between the hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm. No weekends no holidays. Hours may vary based on operational needs of the department. The main office is located at University Hospital with travel required to various locations. This position will function primarily in the outpatient settings/clinics and primarily care for the ostomy patient population. This position requires specific ostomy knowledge therefore certification in wound and ostomy is highly preferred.

Pay:

• Additional components of compensation may include: Shift differential (for positions that require off shift hours)

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We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:

• Collaborate as a key resource for patients staff and providers for wound ostomy continence and skin care. This position will focus primarily on the urological and fecal ostomy patient population.
• Establish goals and strategies for meeting care coordination needs across settings with the patient family and/or other care providers.
• Assist a team of specialists treating many types of chronic and hard-to-heal wounds as needed. Conditions may include complex wounds non-healing surgical wounds pressure injuries and ulcers traumatic wounds wounds associated with leg swelling or related to slow blood flow to lower extremities.
• Utilize advanced wound treatments such as advanced tissue products compression wraps laser scar treatment specialized dressings surgical debridement vacuum-assisted wound closure.
• Work on a great team that serves patients across multiple services throughout the hospital and/or ambulatory setting.

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 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.

• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends former colleagues or others to apply for open posted positions.

University Hospitalin Madison is a Magnet-designated facility thatsranked Wisconsins #1 hospitaland considered one of the nations leading hospitals teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Childrens Hospitalin Madison Wisconsinalso a Magnet-designated facilityprovides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Childrens Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to ourLevel One Pediatric Trauma CenterandLevel IV NICU which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

East Madison Hospital is UW Healths 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 youre sick but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

Eastpark Medical Center- UW Healths state-of-the-art ambulatory facility located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. transforms the patient experience. It is home to many specialties including womens complex care adult cancer care advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials.

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 90 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.