Gundersen Health System·La Crosse, Wisconsin
Provide evidence-based nursing care across various ambulatory departments, including primary and specialty care. Responsibilities include phone triage, managing medication refills, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to maintain seamless patient operations.
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: 28 RN, Registered Nurse | Clinic Float Pool Primary Location: Onalaska, WI Secondary Locations: La Crosse and regional clinics (travel tailored to home location whenever possible) FTE: Part-time; 0.7 (56 hours per two weeks) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM | No weekends, holidays, or on-call obligations
As a Clinic Float Pool RN, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient care across multiple ambulatory departments, including primary care and specialty care areas. Float Pool nurses are deployed to departments that need immediate staffing support to help teams maintain seamless operations and uninterrupted patient care. Expect meaningful variety, flexibility, and learning across specialties. The Clinic Float Pool is a strong group of 30 RNs and 20 MAs that values connection, support, and teamwork. Why Join Us? Consistent Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM No Weekends or Holidays Starting Pay: $31.98/hour (plus experience-based increases) Float Pool Differential: $2.50/hour Growth & Variety: Exposure to 4–6 departments in your first year Supportive Team Culture: Frequent huddles, mentorship, and a “we’ve got this” mindset—even on the toughest days Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with match, paid time off, competitive health insurance, and family-focused wellness programs Career growth opportunities, including access to Emplify Health’s Career Development Center to help you navigate and advance your career What You’ll Do Deliver evidence-based nursing care for diverse ambulatory patient populations Help ensure patients receive exceptional care through phone triage, MyChart communication, medication refills, and occasional procedures Adapt to daily department assignments based on organizational needs Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure smooth daily operations What You’ll Need Required: Associate Degree in Nursing RN license to practice in Wisconsin upon hire RN license to practice in Minnesota and Iowa within 3 months of hire Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing 6+ months of previous nursing experience Ideal Candidate Profile Flexibility & Adaptability: Comfortable working in multiple departments and adjusting to daily changes Strong Communication Skills: Ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with teams Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Anticipates needs, prioritizes effectively, and navigates multiple systems Positive Attitude & Team Spirit: Thrives in a fast-paced environment and contributes to a supportive team culture Willingness to Learn: Open to gaining experience across various specialties and patient populations Why Join Emplify Health? At Emplify Health, we believe in caring for people in ways that truly make a difference. Guided by our mission—“Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating”—we create an environment where compassion, adaptability, and teamwork thrive. We’re not just filling positions, we’re building careers. At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything. Ready to join a team that values growth, flexibility, and collaboration—while making an immediate impact where it’s needed most? Apply today and help us keep patient care moving without missing a beat. Emplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. 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
Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing and a valid Wisconsin RN license upon hire, with licensure in Minnesota and Iowa required within three months. A Bachelor's degree and at least six months of nursing experience are preferred.
Market context
In Wisconsin, CNA openings are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other patient-care settings. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with current state certification, though some will also consider applicants who have completed a 75-hour training program and are awaiting the state exam. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and availability before applying.
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