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UW HOSPITAL & CLINICS RN - Inpatient - Hematology, Oncology in MADISON, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: RN - Inpatient - Hematology, Oncology, BMT and Palliative Care - 31625 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Work Schedule : 90% FTE, day/evening shift. One in three weekend rotation. Holiday rotation. This position includes a shift/weekend differential. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI. We are seeking a Registered Nurse to: * Join a team of remarkable nurses that use compassion and teamwork to care for their inspiring patients on this 41-bed hematology, oncology, BMT, and palliative care inpatient unit. * Provide care for acutely ill patients, including those undergoing bone marrow, stem cell transplant and cellular therapies (CAR T), as well as patients at end of life. Patients on this unit have complex disease processes, including leukemia, lymphoma and solid tumor cancers and often have complications such as Graft-Versus-Host Disease. * Administer chemotherapy, assist with bone marrow transplant procedures, bone marrow biopsies, administer blood products, access central lines and ports, and perform head to toe assessments for patients. * Be involved in cutting edge, evidence-based therapies and research studies to improve patient outcomes. * Participate in quality improvement initiatives and lead practice change. * Become an expert oncology RN. You will receive formal education classes in hematologic malignancies, oncologic emergencies, bone marrow transplant, palliative care, and chemotherapy certification. A personal connection to cancer led one nurse to her career in the Hem, Onc, BMT unit. Hear her story. At UW Health, you will have : * An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, two-week paid parental leave, adoption assistance 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 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 - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans. Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Education : Preferred - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Work Experience : Minimum - Six (6) months nursing experience or current participant in UW Health\'s Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on unit/similar unit. Preferred - Relevant RN Experience Licenses and Certifications : Minimum - 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. Current CPR/BLS Certification. Preferred - Relevant Certification ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=7efeed4b1b5aefb75ac0a18c1c26c7a3 Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided!