RN - Poison Information Specialist - Casual - Hybrid

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Milwaukee, WI Until 8/23/2026 First posted February 28, 2026 Last posted February 28, 2026
Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

Are you an RN who is seeking a position "away from the bedside?" This is the perfect opportunity to utilize your critical thinking skills in a role as a Poison Information Specialist!

The person in this role will handle incoming emergency calls from the State of Wisconsin public and health care providers. Provides caller with assessment, evaluation, disposition, and education and prevention information regarding human toxic exposures using medically approved guidelines in computer software systems.

  • Hybrid work setting - after orientation

  • Casual Hours (PRN)

  • Must live within a commutable distance to Wauwatosa, WI

  • Schedule is a combination of:

  • Days (6am - 2:30pm) Example

  • PM (2:30pm - 11:00pm) Example

  • Weekends - every other

  • Holiday rotation

Education

  • Registered Nurse (Associate or Bachelor's degree) required OR

  • Pharmacist with Bachelor's degree along with previous clinical or Poison Center experience.

Experience

  • Three years of clinical experience in acute, ambulatory care or a pediatric setting preferred.

  • Previous experience in an AAPCC certified Poison Center preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Successful completion of exam for Certified Specialist in Poison Information (CSPI) after meeting the requirements put forth by the American Association of Poison Control Centers. Incumbent must successfully complete exam within 3 attempts.

Licenses and Certifications:

One of the following:

  • License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin

  • License Pharmacist (40) - State of Wisconsin

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

+ one of the following: - N/A, License Pharmacist (40) - State of Wisconsin, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin
About this role

Summary

Handle emergency calls providing assessment, education, and prevention information on toxic exposures for children.

Job title

RN - Poison Information Specialist - Casual - Hybrid

Experience level

3+ years

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Must live within commuting distance to Wauwatosa, WI, hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

RN license Wisconsinpoison control experiencecritical thinking

Preferred skills

poison center experiencecertified specialist in poison informationpediatric experience

Specializations

toxicologyemergency callspoison control
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Milwaukee, WI, USA

Hybrid City