RN Educator
UW Health

Nursing Education Specialist/RN-Nursing Educator- Inpatient Pediatrics General Care & Specialty Services

UW Health Madison, WI, US
$90,552 - $146,646 / year

Work Schedule:
This is a 100% FTE salaried 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 American Family Children’s Hospital (AFCH) with occasional travel to the UW Health Administrative Office Building, located in Madison, WI.

Pay:

  • Pay range is based on a full-time (100%) position.
  • Salary is prorated based on FTE.
  • Pay range on posting is based on both job title pay ranges combined, see specific ranges for each position title below:
  • RN-Nursing Educator Pay Range: $90,552-$135,784
  • Nursing Education Specialist Pay Range: $97,764-$146,646
  • Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.

 

Be part of something remarkable and help shape the growth and development of pediatric nursing staff at Wisconsin’s nationally recognized children's hospital.

We are seeking an Registered Nurse (RN) to:

  • Lead onboarding, orientation, competency validation, and ongoing professional development for nursing staff across pediatric general care and specialty inpatient areas. 
  • Support nurses caring for diverse pediatric populations including hematology/oncology, bone marrow transplant, immunology, neuroscience, ENT, plastics, medical/surgical, behavioral health, trauma, and transplant patients. 
  • Partner with clinical leaders and interdisciplinary teams to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs that promote safe, evidence-based pediatric care. 
  • Support innovative pediatric programs and unit growth, including a specialized pediatric hematology/oncology and bone marrow transplant population and a new pediatric short-stay unit expansion. 
  • Serve as a clinical education resource for nurses caring for both short-stay and complex pediatric patients with a wide range of medical, surgical, and psychosocial needs. 
  • Collaborate with fellow nurse educators, CNSs, managers, and program leaders to advance nursing excellence, support system-wide initiatives, and foster a culture of learning across American Family Children’s Hospital. 
  • Serve as an expert for the areas of support. Three (3) years of pediatric inpatient nursing experience, with experience in pediatric hematology/oncology, medical-surgical, and specialty pediatric populations strongly preferred.
     

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

Please note there are two job titles with different qualifications listed below.

  • RN-Nursing Educator:
    • Bachelor of Science – Nursing degree (BSN) Required
    • Must obtain Master’s degree in Nursing in relevant specialty within five (5) years of start date in this position Required
  • Nursing Education Specialist:
    • Master's Degree in Nursing Required
    • Master's Degree in Nursing Education Preferred

Work Experience

  • RN-Nursing Educator:
    • Three (3) years of relevant nursing experience Required
    • Previous experience as a nursing educator Preferred
    • Five (5) years of relevant nursing experience Preferred 
    • Experience in an academic medical center Preferred
  • Nursing Education Specialist:
    • 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

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.

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.

UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.

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