RN - Pre/Post/PACU

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

Location: Madison, WI 53701, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 – Business and Financial Operations
Posted: Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Valid Through: Thursday, 01 October 2026

Job Description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority is hiring a RN - Pre/Post/PACU in Madison, WI. This is a full-time position.

100% FTE, 8/12 hour evening/night shifts, Monday - Friday with no on-call responsibilities. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will be working at East Madison Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:
  • Provide care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric perioperative patients and their families.
  • Evaluate patient's responses to care based on effectiveness of nursing interventions/actions in relationship to established goals.


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

  • Associate's Degree in Nursing Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred


Work Experience

  • 6 months of current surgical general care or emergency department experience Required
  • 2 years of current independent PACU, critical care, or ICU experience Preferred


Licenses & Certifications

  • Registration as a professional nurse in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
  • CPR certification Upon Hire Required
  • ACLS certification Preferred
  • PALS certification 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.

UW Health East Madison Hospital - is UW Health's 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 you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

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Education Requirements

high school

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