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RN - PACU

UW Health
dental insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
600 Highland Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2025
90% FTE, day/evening, 2-8 hour and 2-10 hour shifts per week, Monday - Friday with start times between 11:00am - 1:00pm. Weekends and holidays are on-call day or night, with one call weekend every 5 weeks. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will be working at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to: Join a team of remarkable, dedicated and compassionate nurses in our Adult Inpatient and Outpatient PACUs. Become an integral part of the team working closely with surgical, anesthesia and pain service colleagues to identify the most appropriate plan of care for the patient. Support the Inpatient and Outpatient Operating Rooms, work with a variety of patients ranging from outpatient to ICU level acuity, and maintain a work/life balance. Provide on call coverage as required. Hear more about working on this remarkable team. 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 Health's Wellness Options at Work that to 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 reimbursement eligibility after 1 year of employment- UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Work Experience 6 months of current independent PACU, Emergency Department, Surgical Critical Care, Surgical ICU, or Surgical IMC experience Required 6 months of surgical general care experience with adult populations or six (6) months of recent inpatient pediatric experience if working within AFCH Pre/Post/PACU Required 6 months of current independent medical general care with previous PACU experience Required 2 years or more of current independent PACU, Emergency Department, Surgical Critical Care, Surgical ICU, or Surgical IMC experience Preferred Licenses & Certifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required Basic Life Support/CPR Upon Hire Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months Required 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 that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits