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New Graduate Pathway into Peds/PICU (Spring 2025 Graduates)

Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Jan 2025
💰 $74,160/yr

About the role

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

Schedule Weekly Hours:

36

If Pediatrics/Pediatric ICU is your long-term goal - let us prepare you for a successful career in that specialty! You are welcomed and encouraged to apply prior to your graduation.

We are looking for new grads to accelerate their progression to a high-acuity department through our innovative orientation program. These positions will have orientation in specific departments that will assist in preparation for your career in the Peds/PICU. Your professional development nurses will support you along the way and help you grow your professional practice to ensure you have a successful career in your chosen specialty.

When working on our 12-bed Pediatric floor and 4-bed PICU, you will provide patient and family-centered care for a variety of high-acuity patients including traumas, diabetic emergencies, trachs and more. The Peds/PICU's multidisciplinary team consists of highly skilled RNs, Intensivists, Pharmacists, Respiratory Therapists, Health Unit Coordinators, and other support staff.

Position Details:

  • Full-time, 72 hours biweekly (0.9 FTE)

  • 12-hour Day/Night rotation, every third weekend/holiday

  • There may be varied schedules depending on the orientation unit

  • Prior patient care experience required, pediatric experience preferred

  • Enjoy an attractive hourly rate of $37.08/hr as well as generous shift/weekend/holiday differentials

What You'll Need:

  • Minimum of an Associate degree in Nursing

  • RN licensure to practice in the state of Wisconsin upon hire

  • Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

  • PALS within 6 months of transfer to the Peds/PICU

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members

  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment

What You'll Get:

  • Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States

  • A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

  • Departmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work including a Clinical Manager, Professional Development Nurse, and Quality Improvement Specialist Nurse

  • Have your voice heard through our Nursing Shared Governance Councils

  • A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member

  • Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution

  • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center

  • Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are commit

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