Charge Nurse (RN) - Electrophysiology Lab
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
MADISON, WI

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, day/evening shift. Operational hours of the Cath Lab/EP lab are 6:00am to 7:00pm. Required on-call responsibilities for off hours will include weekends and holidays with a 30-minute response time. We offer a competitive starting pay; relevant work experience will be considered. Hours may vary depending on department need. You will primarily work at University Hospital in Madison, WI. 

Description:

Be part of something remarkable

Make a difference in a nationally recognized cardiac program! Join UW Health’s high-performing Cardiac Catheterization Lab at University Hospital—rated high performing in cardiology by U.S. News & World Report—where advanced technology, research, and expert care come together.

As a Charge Nurse/Care Team Leader, you’ll be more than a nurse—you’ll be a front-line clinical leader supporting complex cardiovascular procedures, guiding daily operations, and mentoring a highly skilled team. Preferred candidates must have a minimum of two years of cardiac cath lab nursing experience and a passion for advancing patient care through collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based practice.

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) - Care Team Lead/Charge Nurse to:

• Be an integral leader within a high-performing, multidisciplinary cardiac catheterization team delivering exceptional care to patients ranging from young adult to geriatric undergoing complex cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures at University Hospital in Madison, WI.
• Provide expert clinical care for acutely ill patients while serving as a trusted clinical resource and role model for staff in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Lead daily operations as charge nurse, supporting patient flow, staffing, and care coordination while promoting a culture of patient- and family-centered care.
• Collaborate with leadership on hiring, patient experience initiatives, shared governance activities, and quality improvement efforts that drive practice excellence and innovation.
• Advance nursing practice by integrating evidence-based care, supporting education and skill development, and participating in research and clinical advancements shaping the future of cardiology care.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and therapies, including structural heart interventions, TAVR, MitraClip, ablations and minimally invasive procedures in a nationally recognized cath lab program.
• Preferred candidates will have inpatient ICU-level nursing experience and 2+ years of cardiac cath lab 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. 
• 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.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing 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
• Cardiovascular Laboratory- ACLS within 180 Days Required
• National certification in relevant specialty Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW 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.

 

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
 

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