RN, New Graduate Pathway into Emergency Services (Fall/Winter 2026 Graduates)

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Career development program

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI seeks Fall/Winter 2026 RN graduates for an Emergency Services orientation program. You’ll start in Med/Surg units with immersion shifts every 6 weeks, then move toward Emergency Services.

The role offers 0.75 FTE (60 hours biweekly) with a base hourly rate of $38.96 and generous shift differentials. You must have an Associate Degree in Nursing, Wisconsin RN licensure, BLS for Health Care Providers, and strong communication skills to support patients of

Qualifications

• A minimum of an associate's degree in nursing upon start date.
• RN licensure to practice in the state of Wisconsin upon start date.
• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to patients of all ages, including toddlers and adults.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Responsibilities

• Participate in orientation across Med/Surg and Emergency Services to accelerate career progression.
• Support professional development through Nursing Shared Governance and the Clinical Nurse Leader team.
• Engage with a high-acuity Emergency Services department to build foundational nursing skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS Health Care Providers

Job description

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.Scheduled Weekly Hours:30Are you a Fall/Winter 2026 RN graduate with a passion for Emergency Medicine? If the ER is your long-term goal let Emplify Health by Gundersen help prepare you for a successful career in this specialty!You are invited and encouraged to apply prior to your graduation.If you are a Fall/Winter 2026 RN graduate with a desire and passion to become a nurse in Emergency Services, we encourage you to apply to this innovative orientation program to accelerate your progression to our high-acuity department. These positions will have orientation in specific MedSurg departments that will assist in preparation for your career in Emergency Services. Throughout this program you will get an opportunity to work the med/surg floors, seeing a variety of patient populations and building your foundational nursing skills while having scheduled immersion shifts in Emergency Services every 6 weeks. The immersion shifts will help foster and build rapport with the team while becoming familiar with department policies, procedures, and patient populations. 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.Emergency Services, a Level II ACS-verified Trauma Center, is a high-energy, patient-centered environment that serves more than 68,000 patients annually with a wide variety of physical and emotional needs. The department consists of 45 total patient exam rooms including ten Urgent Care rooms, five resuscitation/trauma/critical care rooms, and three dedicated Behavioral Health rooms that serve every patient population from infancy to the elderly. Patients have 24-hour access to laboratory, X-ray, and surgical services. We are also a Stroke Center with 24/7 neuro-interventional capabilities and a Chest Pain Center with 24/7 interventional cardiac catheterization lab capabilities. Emergency Services, a 2023 Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award recipient, is recognized and acknowledged for excellence throughout the department through metrics and patient experience that is difficult to find anywhere else in the nation.Position Details:60 hours biweekly (0.75 FTE)There may be varied schedules depending on the orientation unitPrior Hospital or EMS experience preferredEnjoy an attractive hourly rate of $38.96 per hour as well as generous shift/weekend/holiday differentialsWhat You'll Need:A minimum of an associate's degree in nursing upon start dateRN licensure to practice in the state of Wisconsin upon start dateCurrent Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care ProvidersAbility to provide compassionate care to patients of all ages, including toddlers and adultsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team membersAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environmentWhat You'll Get:Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United StatesA 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 appreciatedDepartmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work including a Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL), Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisors, Professional Development Nurses, and a Quality Improvement Specialist NurseHave your voice heard through our Nursing Shared Governance CouncilsCompetitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, as well as generous shift differentials, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewardedA comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team memberSubstantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contributionSupport for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development CenterPaid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you needOther 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!We're healthcare for neighbors, by neighbors. Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it Love + Medicine and it’s more than our practice. It's who we are. Join our mission in changing healthcare by applying today to join our highly skilled and dedicated Emergency Services team all while doing the work you love in the beautiful coulee region of La Crosse, Wisconsin!About Us:Emplify Health by Gundersen is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa, serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties annually. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Our mission is simple yet profound: Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.Equal Opportunity Employer