Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing
UW Health
Madison, WI
$149K-224K/yearOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Vision benefits
- Continuing Education
- Sick pay
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Medical benefits
Qualifications
Description
Work Schedule:
This is a full time position, scheduled Monday through Friday with core business hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The role is hybrid, with a regular need to work onsite in Madison, WI to support organizational priorities. Off hours availability may be required.
Be part of something remarkable
UW Health is seeking a dynamic Director, Nursing Professional Development and Education to provide system wide leadership for nursing education, professional development, and competency across inpatient and ambulatory settings. This role advances an integrated nursing professional development model that supports clinical excellence, innovation, nurse confidence, and strong retention.
Lead nursing education specialists, the nationally accredited Nurse Residency Program, learning center nurses, and academic partnerships. Bring together education, professional development, and clinical practice into a cohesive strategy aligned with Magnet principles and academic medicine.
We are seeking a Director Nursing Professional Development & Education to:
- Lead and advance a system wide nursing professional development model encompassing inpatient and ambulatory practice.
- Support role development pathways for nurses and nursing support roles (RN, CNA, MA certification and advancement).
- Foster an environment where nurses remain engaged, skilled, and supported—contributing to UW Health’s strong retention and low vacancy rates.
- Promote innovative, evidence based, and “just in time” learning approaches.
- Serve as a senior liaison between clinical practice and academic institutions.
- Support regulatory readiness, professional practice, and Magnet alignment.
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.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required or
- Master's Degree in Nursing Required and
- Doctorate Degree in Nursing or related field Required
Work Experience
- 3 years Relevant experience in nursing leadership Required
- 3 years Demonstrated progressive leadership experience Required
- Current regulatory, accreditation, and Joint Commission experience Required
- Current experience as a Director in a progressive academic medical center with a minimum of five years of education and development experience 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
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.
Employer
UW Health
UW Health is an integrated academic health system that is home to the No. 1 hospital in Wisconsin (for the 13th year in a row) as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. We’re made up of six main hospitals, one JOA partner hospital in Madison and two hospitals located within the main hospital in Illinois. We also have more than 90 clinics across Wisconsin and northern Illinois.
UW Health cares for more than 800,000 patients each year and employs more than 24,000 people — one of the region’s largest employers. Many of our 1,800 physicians are faculty members at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, one of the nation’s highly regarded medical schools.
Madison, WI
About
Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, located about an hour west of Milwaukee. Frequently listed as one of the best places to live in the United States, this city ranks high in economy, diversity and education. Madison is a young and vibrant Midwestern town and is the home of the University of Wisconsin Madison, a top-ranked public institution. Visitors can’t miss the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol Building, a beautiful historic building located on a strip of land between Lakes Mendota and Monona, or the Olbrich Botanical Gardens, open year-round and boasting over 16 gardens. To really get a feel for this lively city, take a stroll down State Street, with seven blocks of bustling restaurants, beach access and street art.