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Join the Outpatient Surgery Center Team at Gundersen Health System!

Gundersen Health System is currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Outpatient Surgery Center team in beautiful La Crosse, Wisconsin. This is a great opportunity to provide hands-on pre-op and post-op care during daytime hours, while working in a collaborative and patient-centered environment.

What You Will Do:

• 0.9 FTE – 72 hours per two-week pay period

• Weekday shifts – 8-hour days with start times between 5:30 am and 9:00 am. Post shift on call requirement approximately once every other week to finish cases.

• Weekend call – Two 12-hour daytime call shifts every 6–8 months, supporting the main recovery room alongside a recovery room RN

• Care for a diverse patient population, from pediatrics to geriatrics

• Provide pre-op and post-op care for a wide range of surgical specialties including:

  • Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics, Hand, Urology, Podiatry, GYN, Dental, Pain Services, Cardioversions, Lumbar Punctures, and Bone Marrow Biopsies

• Perform IV starts, medication administration, and have the opportunity to administer conscious sedation

• Deliver patient education and discharge instructions

What You Will Get:

• A collaborative, team-oriented department with strong communication and a patient-first approach

• High patient satisfaction scores reflecting our commitment to quality care

• Supportive leadership including a Clinical Manager and a Professional Development Nurse (Nurse Educator)

• Access to Gundersen’s Career Development Center for ongoing growth

• Competitive benefits including a top-rated retirement plan and comprehensive healthcare coverage

What You Need:

• Current RN license to practice in Wisconsin

• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing

• BLS certification for healthcare providers

• ACLS and PALS certifications (required after hire)

• Experience in acute care with intermediate care patients preferred

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 committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. 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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