Nursing Education Specialist Inpatient Adult Neurosciences
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Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
Description:
Work Schedule:
100% FTE position scheduled to typically work Monday through Friday day shift hours however some off hours or weekends may be required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will primarily work at University Hospital located in Madison WI.
Be part of something remarkable
Bring your nursing expertise to UW Health and work with our neuroscience medical team in a Level 1 Trauma and academic medical center.
We are seeking an MSN or DNP prepared Registered Nurse (RN) to:
- Lead onboarding and ongoing professional development for nursing staff supporting the 18-bed Neuroscience ICU and 12-bed Neurosciences Progressive Care Unit at University Hospital with potential collaboration across additional neurosciences general care services as program needs evolve.
- Assess plan develop implement and evaluate comprehensive educational programs for nurses caring for patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke traumatic brain and spinal cord injury brain tumors hydrocephalus Guillain-Barré syndrome seizure disorders and other complex neurovascular conditions.
- Support specialty competency development in advanced neurologic assessment ICP and hemodynamic monitoring stroke care and management of high-acuity neurosurgical and neurovascular populations across progressive and intensive care levels. Specific neuro ICU nursing experience is highly preferred.
- Facilitate structured onboarding for experienced nurses transitioning into high-acuity neurosciences practice ensuring safe integration into nationally recognized Comprehensive Stroke and Epilepsy programs.
- Serve as a clinical education resource promoting evidence-based nursing care skills validation and continuous professional growth within a collaborative academic environment.
- Participate in system-wide education initiatives and assigned NES responsibilities to support consistent high-quality nursing education across UW Health.
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.
Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Nursing Required
- Masters Degree in Nursing Education Preferred
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 Upon Hire Required
- Basic Life Support BLS/CPR certification Upon Hire Required
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months Required
- National certification in relevant specialty Preferred
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility thats ranked Wisconsins #1 hospital and considered one of the nations leading hospitals teaching institutions and referral centers.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Nurse Management
- Patient Care
- Hospital Experience
- Employee Evaluation
- Acute Care
- Healthcare Management
- Management Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Conflict Management
- Nursing
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
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