Provide hospital-level acute care and interventions, including IV therapy and advanced assessments, directly in patients' homes. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and utilize remote monitoring technology to ensure safe transitions of care.
Requirements summary
Requires a valid RN license in Wisconsin or a compact state, CPR/BLS certification, and at least 2 years of relevant acute care or home health experience. A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) and a valid driver's license with insurance are preferred or required.
Schedule: 60% FTE, day/evening, 12-hour shifts, from 0700-1930, every other weekend rotation plus required on-call responsibilities during the off-hours (evenings/nights) with a one-hour response time to travel to patient’s home. Scheduled holiday rotation. This position is eligible for shift and weekend differentials and mileage reimbursement. Hours are based off the operational needs of the department. You will travel and work primarily in patient’s homes located within a 30-mile radius of University Hospital; your assigned work location will be 301 S. Westfield Rd., Madison, WI.
Pay
Additional components of compensation include impressive shift differentials - $4/hour evening, $5/hour night and $4.25/hour weekend differential as applicable for hours worked.
Be part of something remarkable
Join an innovative care model delivering hospital-level care in the comfort of patients’ homes as part of UW Health’s expanding Home-Based Hospital Care (HBHC) program.
We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to
Provide hands-on acute care in the home setting, delivering hospital-level interventions including IV medication administration, lab draws, wound care, advanced assessments, and patient education.
Care for patients enrolled in the Home-Based Hospital Care program, utilizing technology such as remote patient monitoring, video visits, and mobile diagnostic services to support safe, high-quality care at home.
Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary care team, including providers, program coordinators, paramedics, and support staff to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.
Perform comprehensive patient assessments, evaluating physical, functional, psychosocial, and cognitive status while monitoring response to treatment in the home environment.
Support safe transitions of care, identifying post-acute needs and coordinating referrals, services, and equipment in collaboration with the HBHC team.
Bring inpatient-level nursing expertise to an innovative care model, with preferred candidates having prior acute care or hospital-based nursing experience.
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. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Shift Differentials
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Retirement Plans
Mileage Reimbursement
Referral Bonus
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Benefits
Employee Wellbeing Resources
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 relevant acute care or home health nursing experience Required
Experience in care coordination, triage, or nursing leadership Preferred
Experience in program development Preferred
Experience in teaching self-care skills to patients and families Preferred
Recent, relevant home health experience Preferred
Experience using EPIC and virtual health platforms Preferred
Experience with IV therapy and knowledge of venous-access devices and ambulatory pumps 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
Current motor vehicle liability insurance in accordance with the UW Health “Motor Vehicle Policy” (Policy 1.17) and (1) A valid Wisconsin driver’s license and (2) Successfully passing a driver’s background check and (3) Two years of driving experience Required
Relevant certification Preferred
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