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RN Care Team Leader - Inpatient Acute Care General Surgery Unit

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Jul 2026

About the role

Description:
Work Schedule:
90% FTE, evening/night shift. (3) three (12) twelve-hour shifts. Every third weekend rotation. Hours are based off the operational needs of the department. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Pay:

Additional components of compensation may include:
- Evening and night shift differential
- Weekend differential

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin and make a meaningful impact in the Acute Care General Surgery unit. UW Health is proud to be a Magnet-designated organization, the highest national recognition for nursing excellence, quality patient care, and innovation in professional nursing practice.

We are seeking a Charge Nurse / Care Team Leader (CTL) that will:

Serve as a clinical leader, mentor, and trusted resource for nursing staff while providing direct care for patients with complex acute surgical conditions
Partner with unit leadership on hiring decisions, patient experience initiatives, and quality improvement projects that enhance patient care and team performance
Collaborate with a highly skilled, compassionate team to care for high-acuity patients on our 28-bed Acute Care General Surgery Unit
Provide expert post-operative care for patients recovering from complex abdominal surgeries involving the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas (including Whipple procedures), gallbladder, and bile ducts
Foster a positive, collaborative work environment that supports professional growth through continuing education, specialty certification, mentorship, and leadership development
Contribute to innovative, evidence-based practice by participating in research studies and implementing the latest therapies to improve patient outcomes

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

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Work Experience

2 years experience in an inpatient unit Required
2 years of combined work experience and leadership experience may be considered in lieu of two (2) years’ experience in an inpatient unit Required
3 years experience in an acute care inpatient unit Preferred
Relevant RN experience with department-specific patient population 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 Required
Current CPR/BLS certification Required
Must possess a current, valid driver’s license issued by the individual’s state of residence.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience to operate a Personal Vehicle, Patient/Visitor Vehicle, or standard UW Health Fleet Vehicle. 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.