Full-Time

Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular / Cardiothoracic ICU

Cardiovascular Medicine, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Posted on 7/16/2025

UW Health

UW Health

5,001-10,000 employees

Academic medical center; cancer, pediatrics, transplants.

No salary listed

Madison, WI, USA

In Person

Evening/night shifts with 2-in-6 weekend rotation; holiday rotation required; on-site at University Hospital, Madison, WI.

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Requirements
  • 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. Required
  • 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
  • Current CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
  • ACLS within 6 months Required
Responsibilities
  • Join the 27-bed Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiothoracic Surgery team in the CVCT ICU to provide high quality care to both critical care and intermediate care adult patients.
  • Ensure care is delivered with a mixture of technological expertise and a positive commitment to meeting patient and family needs.
  • Be an integral part of a team that provides care for patients requiring specialized care for cardiac and thoracic surgeries and procedures, heart and/or lung transplants, medical devices such as ECMO and a variety of cardiovascular medical diagnoses.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
  • Relevant RN Experience Preferred
  • Relevant certification Preferred

UW Health provides patient care, teaching, and research through a 471-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. It combines inpatient treatment and outpatient clinics with multidisciplinary teams using evidence-based care and advanced medical technologies. It differentiates itself as an academic medical center connected to UW–Madison, enabling access to clinical trials and comprehensive transplant services. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and advance health through high-quality care, education, and research for the community and beyond.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

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Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition strengthens UW Health's specialty care portfolio and geographic footprint in west Madison.
  • Established clinic with 1981 founding date brings credible patient relationships and clinical reputation.
  • Integration into larger health system enables cross-referrals and coordinated care for complex foot conditions.

What critics are saying

  • Staff turnover likely as independent practitioners resist UW Health bureaucracy and operational changes.
  • Dean Health and SSM Health capture market share through lower prices and faster appointments.
  • Epic Systems integration failures disrupt scheduling and records, mirroring 2025 outages costing $10M revenue.

What makes UW Health unique

  • Integrates 45-year podiatry practice with established Madison patient base into UW Health network.
  • Expands UW Health's foot and ankle care capabilities including orthotics and physical therapy services.
  • Retains University Podiatry Associates location, staff, and operational continuity through July 1, 2026 transition.

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Unlimited Paid Time Off

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