Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing

Company: UW Health
Location: Madison
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description UW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Director of Nursing for a nursing job in MADISON, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Director of Nursing - Discipline: RN - Duration: Ongoing - Employment Type: Staff Work Schedule: This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position scheduled to work Monday through Friday, with core hours between the hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Applicants hired into this position can work hybrid from WI or IL. When in the office you will work at various locations throughout Madison. Be part of something remarkable Join the 1 hospital in Wisconsin and our nationally recognized, Magnet-designated organization—four times accredited and currently pursuing our fifth designation. Our commitment to nursing excellence is evident through our robust Clinical Ladder program, internationally accredited Shared Governance structure, and dedication to a culture of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP). Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The Director for Magnet & Nursing Excellence will lead initiatives that ensure full compliance with Magnet standards, identify and close gaps, and drive continuous improvement. This role partners closely with HR, nursing leadership, and shared governance councils to advance nursing practice. We are seeking a Director Magnet & Nursing Excellence to: - Oversee Magnet program compliance and readiness for redesignation. - Direct Magnet-related activities including Magnet documentation and data reporting requirements. - Partner with HR to support growth reviews and peer review. - Support and coach new employees in Magnet principles and shared governance. - Maintain a strong awareness of shared governance activities and accreditation standards. - Promote Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and foster a culture of inquiry. - Build strong relationships across nursing and interdisciplinary teams. - Lead large-scale projects with significant scope and complexity. 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. Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing and Master’s in Nursing, Healthcare, Administration or related field Required - Doctorate in Nursing or related field Preferred - PhD in Nursing or related field Preferred Work Experience - 3 years relevant progressive leadership experience Required - Current regulatory, accreditation and Joint Commission experience Required - Experience in a Magnet organization within the past 5 years Required - 5 years relevant progressive leadership experience Preferred - Current experience leading in a Magnet organization Preferred - Experience in a large academic or complex health program Preferred - Evidence of participation in education or planning activities associated with a School of Nursing 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 - Certification in a 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. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits /n/n UW Health Job ID 44424. Posted job title: Director Magnet & Nursing Excellence About 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. Benefits - Holiday Pay - Vision benefits - Continuing Education - Sick pay - Dental benefits - Life insurance - Discount program - Pet insurance - Wellness and fitness programs - Medical benefits

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