RN Outpatient New Grad Outpatient
UW Health

Nurse Resident - Ambulatory Winter 2027

UW Health Madison, WI, US

Work Schedule: 

90-100% FTE, 36-40 hours per week. 8-hour day shifts scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of  8:00 AM – 5:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Occasional weekends may be needed. 

Pay: 

Additional components of compensation may include:

  • Evening & night shift differential
  • Overtime
  • On-call pay

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking an Ambulatory Nurse Resident to:

  • Join our prestigious 12-month program which is designed to help new graduate nurses move confidently into practice following graduation from an accredited nursing program. 
  • Experience an orientation designed specifically for new to practice nurses which includes mentoring by preceptors and clinical nurse specialists.
  • Participate in twice-monthly nurse resident classes with their cohort. You will meet with clinical experts and problem-solve clinical challenges and learn more about resources to support your practice. 
  • Ambulatory Nursing includes working within an interdisciplinary team during all stages of patient care: wellness, prevention, acute and chronic illness to end-of-life. 
  • Ambulatory Nursing responsibilities include telephone triage, growing telehealth opportunities, medication administration, treatments, testing, patient/family education and assuring a plan of care for high volumes of patients.  A high degree of independence and critical thinking are crucial to the role.

The Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Residency Program at UW Health is part of a national initiative developed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing and Vizient and is one of 40 Nurse Residency Programs accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) in the United States.

Please note: Nurse Resident Applicants should only apply to either the Ambulatory Program or the Inpatient Program. Prior to submitting your application, please review the Ambulatory and Inpatient program information and apply to the program that best aligns with your career goals as a Registered Nurse.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Prior to submitting an application, please refer to the detailed information found at https://careers.uwhealth.org/nurse-residency-program/ 

Please submit the following items:

  • Online Application
  • Resume
  • Current Unofficial Academic Transcript
  • Supplemental application
  • Goal Statement

The goal statement is an essay that includes the following components:

  • What led you to nursing?
  • What have you learned in nursing school that you will bring to your nursing practice?
  • Why are you interested in the UW Health Nurse Residency Program?
  • At UW Health our vision is to be a health system that creates belonging for everyone. As a nurse resident, how will you contribute to this vision?  See more about our vision and goals here.  

Education:

Minimum – Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN or BAN) or Master Degree in Nursing (MSN) completed within the previous 12 months.

Preferred – Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN) completed within the previous 12 months. 

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum – Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Wisconsin. Current CPR/BLS Certification upon hire.  Additional lifesaving intervention certifications may be required after hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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 Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

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