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Madison, Wisconsin

RN Navigator- Pediatric Hem/Onc

Registered NurseNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$91k-$136k

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Job Description

100% FTE, Monday - Friday, day shift, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be Part of Something Remarkable

Join the nationally known American Family Children’s Hospital.

We are seeking an Registered Nurse (RN) Navigator, Pediatric Hem/Onc to:

  • Care for pediatric patients within the pediatric hematology, oncology, stem cell transplant and cellular therapy program throughout their treatment journey.
  • Provide psychosocial support to patients, families, and caregivers, facilitating appropriate referrals as needed.
  • Promote evidence based, high quality nursing care for patients through participation in professional development and education, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Assist with care coordination and communication with patients and families during clinic visits, inpatient stays, and procedural visits.
  • Participate in patient, family, and staff education through direct teaching opportunities and development of education materials.

At UW Health, You Will Have

  • An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
  • Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
  • A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
  • Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
  • Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
  • 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

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Required
  • Master's Degree in Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field Preferred

Work Experience

  • 3 years of relevant clinical nursing experience Required
  • 1 year of relevant experience in the specific patient population being supported Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

  • Registered Nurse license in the state of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
  • Basic Life Support/CPR Upon Hire Required
  • Applicable Oncology certification based on patient population Preferred

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.

American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison,

Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level

IV NICU,

which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

Job Description

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

Key Responsibilities

The RN Navigator will provide comprehensive care coordination and psychosocial support for pediatric patients undergoing hematology, oncology, and cellular therapy treatments. They will also facilitate patient education and participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure high-quality nursing care.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

Evidence-based practiceReferral management

Pediatrics — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 40 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 48% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$113k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Registered Nurse jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · top 25% in registered nurse rolesranked against 5,801 Registered Nurse roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$91k–$136kRegistered Nurse median $97k (middle half $86k–$116k)394 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$120k in purchasing powerWisconsin index 94.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Registered Nurse listings in Wisconsin147 active5,847 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 28% remote · 48% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWisconsin Registered Nurse listings: 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 1% offer loan repayment147 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pediatrics listings1,252 in the last 30 days774 the 30 days before (+62%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Registered Nurse pay trend+4.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (5,801 Registered Nurse roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates RN Navigator- Pediatric Hem/Onc at UW Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Registered Nurse roles — ranked against 5,801 active Registered Nurse roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 20 employers
9
<$100k
4
$100k-120k
7
$120k-140k
4
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

16 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
19%
CME allowance
13%
Loan repayment
6%
PSLF eligible
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Registered Nurse roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 5,801 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
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About UW Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Madison, WI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition Benefits
Wellness Programs

Living in Madison

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$430k≈ 4.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,837/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Madison, WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.