What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Education Specialist - Specialty Clinics position at UW Health?
Job Description
This unique opportunity is a 100% FTE 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 the Administrative Office Building (AOB) in Middleton, WI with travel required to clinical areas of support.
Pay:
Bring your clinic workflow nursing expertise to UW Health.
We are seeking an MSN prepared Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Nursing Professional Development team to:
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 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.
Job Description
This unique opportunity is a 100% FTE 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 the Administrative Office Building (AOB) in Middleton, WI with travel required to clinical areas of support.
Pay:
- Pay range is based on a full-time (100%) position.
- Salary is prorated based on FTE.
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.
Bring your clinic workflow nursing expertise to UW Health.
We are seeking an MSN prepared Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Nursing Professional Development team to:
- Make a broad impact across adult specialty clinics, leading onboarding and professional development for RNs, LPNs, and medical assistants in a highly collaborative ambulatory environment.
- Design and deliver education focused on clinical skills and triage, supporting safe, efficient care across diverse patient populations and clinic workflows.
- Support a wide range of specialty areas including ENT (ear, nose and throat), surgical specialties, wound and ostomy, neurosurgery, burn and wound, podiatry, vascular, orthopedics, rehabilitation, bariatrics, and the Pre-Anesthesia Clinic (PAC), offering exceptional variety and continuous learning.
- Partner with clinic leaders and interdisciplinary teams to align education with real-time operational needs, patient flow, and evolving clinic practices across multiple locations throughout the greater Madison area.
- Serve as a key resource and mentor, promoting competency, consistency, and excellence across MA, LPN, and RN roles while strengthening team-based care delivery.
- Contribute to system-wide initiatives and NES responsibilities; three years of clinic nursing experience strongly preferred.
- 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.
- Master's Degree in Nursing Required
- Master's Degree in Nursing Education Preferred
- 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
- Relevant experience in primary and specialty clinic settings for NES candidates working in ambulatory areas Preferred
- 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
- National certification in relevant specialty Preferred
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 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.
Job Description