Director Magnet & Nursing Excellence

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.

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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.

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.