100% FTE, day shift usually within business hours. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will be working at American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Come join our nursing leadership team.

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for a 24-bed general care pediatric unit, directing planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care programs for patients from newborn through adolescence.
• Lead and coordinate clinical operations and patient/family-centered care services, ensuring high-quality, safe, and evidence-based pediatric care.
• Drive change management initiatives by leading teams through clinical, operational, and organizational transitions while maintaining staff engagement and care quality.
• Oversee workforce and financial management, including staff scheduling and performance, FTE oversight, and preparation and administration of operating and revenue budgets.

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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN), Required
• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field. Preferred

Work Experience

• Three (3) years of relevant clinical experience. Required
• Demonstrated progressive leadership experience. Required
• Five (5) years of progressive leadership experience within same or relevant practice area. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• RN Licensed in State of Wisconsin. Required
• 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.

American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin-also a Magnet®-designated facility-provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children's 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 our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

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