Nursing Education Specialist-Adult Emergency Medicine and Transport

Work Schedule:
This is a 100% FTE salaried 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 University Hospital with occasional travel required.

Description:

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Nursing Education Specialist to join our Level 1 Trauma Emergency Medicine and Transport Teams to:


* Lead onboarding and continued professional development for experienced nursing staff supporting UW Health's Level I Adult Trauma Emergency Department and Med Flight air and ground critical care transport teams.


* Design, implement, and evaluate comprehensive education programs supporting high-acuity emergency and transport care, including extended orientations (up to 20 weeks) and specialty competency development.


* Partner closely with Emergency Department and Transport CNSs, nurse leaders, and interprofessional teams to advance evidence-based practice, clinical excellence, and patient safety.


* Support nursing practice in a fast-paced academic environment delivering advanced emergency, trauma, stroke, STEMI, ECPR, and critical care transport services across the region.


* Serve as a clinical education resource and mentor, collaborating with Nurse Residency educators when applicable and promoting professional growth across emergency and transport nursing teams.


* Participate in organization-wide initiatives, shared governance, and system education efforts while completing assigned Nursing Education Specialist responsibilities aligned with UW Health priorities.


* Provide expertise and resources in the area of support; for this position, three years of emergency medicine nursing experience (emergency room, critical care transport, and/or med flight) is highly preferred as well as experience in nursing education.

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.

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