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RN, Registered Nurse | Center for Breast Care

Location: East Building – 1st Floor, La Crosse, WI
Schedule: Full-time, 0.9 FTE (72 hours per two weeks)
Typical Hours: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (7:30 a.m. start possible), Monday–Friday with rotating day off

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) plays a key role in supporting three integral areas of the Center for Breast Care: the High‑Risk Breast Clinic, Breast Surgery Clinic, and Breast Imaging. This RN provides comprehensive pre‑ and post‑operative patient education, clinical support to breast surgeons and PAs, and performs breast imaging clinic RN duties. The role includes patient communication, clinical assistance, EPIC in‑basket management, and high‑risk patient follow-up.

What You Will Do

• Deliver pre‑ and post‑operative education to patients undergoing breast procedures.

• Support breast surgeons and clinicians with in-office procedures and wound care.

• Manage EPIC in‑basket messaging, MyChart communications, result follow-up, and documentation.

• Work High-Risk Clinic work queues, reach out to patients, and coordinate appointments.

• Collaborate with surgeons, radiologists, PAs, MAs, and breast cancer navigators.

• Participate in multidisciplinary clinic interactions including radiation oncology and medical oncology.

What You Will Get

• Starting pay of $30.46/hour (plus experience-based increases)

• Top-rated retirement plan and comprehensive healthcare coverage

• Access to our Career Development Center and Tuition Investment Program

• Opportunities to participate in Nursing Shared Governance Councils

What You Will Need

Required

• Associate Degree in Nursing.

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.

• Current Infant–Adult Basic Life Support certification (AHA or Red Cross, hands-on).

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

• 6+ months of nursing experience.

• Experience in:

  • Breast cancer or breast imaging clinics

  • Pre/post‑operative care

  • EPIC in‑basket and MyChart messaging

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Compassion and empathy for patients navigating breast health and cancer.

• Strong teamwork—especially coordinating cross‑coverage with nurse navigators.

• Excellent communication and follow‑through.

Why Join Us

• Purpose-driven work: Team members are deeply committed to supporting patients through breast health and cancer care.

• Emotionally rewarding specialty: Patients frequently express gratitude for the care and compassion they receive.

• Strong patient access: Quick access reduces patient stress and supports better outcomes.

• Tight-knit, compassionate team: Surgeons and radiologists are fellowship trained, and the culture is supportive and mission‑aligned.

• Impactful patient interactions: You will make a meaningful difference in how patients feel during some of their most vulnerable moments.

🌟 About Emplify Health

Emplify Health is the partnership of two respected Midwest healthcare systems—Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System—united in our mission to provide exceptional, patient-centered care.

Headquartered in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin, our network includes:

• 11 hospitals and 100+ clinics

• Serving 67 communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

• 4,500+ dedicated nurses and providers

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

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