Job Specifics:Our 30-bed Orthopedic/Neuroscience Unit offers a unique blend of specialty and medical-surgical nursing. We care for patients recovering from orthopedic procedures, including total hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, as well as neurosurgical procedures such as spinal fusions, laminectomies, decompressions, craniotomies, and tumor resections.
In addition to our surgical populations, we care for a diverse group of medical patients with orthopedic and neurologic conditions. Common diagnoses include fractures, strokes, seizures, Guillain-Barré syndrome, amputations, infections, and other acute medical conditions requiring specialized nursing care. This creates a dynamic and fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
Our diverse patient population provides an exceptional opportunity for nurses to develop strong medical-surgical skills while gaining expertise in orthopedic and neuroscience care. Team members build clinical judgment, strengthen assessment and prioritization skills, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Whether you are beginning your nursing career or looking to expand your clinical experience, our unit offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
Location: 744 S. Webster Ave., Green Bay, WI 54301
FTE Status: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Work Schedule: Days, Monday-Friday.
No weekendsJob Description:The Nurse Practice Specialist serves as a clinical expert, educator, and collaborative leader to improve outcomes for key patient populations. This role works closely with physicians, staff, and multidisciplinary teams to support strategic initiatives that enhance both clinical quality and cost effectiveness. This position ensures the delivery of competent, ethical care for patients and families while guiding the nursing process to develop individualized care plans grounded in evidence-based practice. As an educator and health professional, you will strengthen nursing practices across the organization by advancing nursing knowledge, building clinical skills, and serving as a trusted resource in their specialty area, especially for complex patients and families. Community involvement and collaboration are encouraged as part of this role.
Qualifications:Education:- Master's degree in nursing required; or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited professional school and active enrollment in master's degree in nursing program within 6 months of start date required.
Certification/Registration/Licensure:- Valid Wisconsin RN license required.
- Certification within a clinical specialty preferred, required to complete within 3 years.
Experience:- 3 to 5 years recent clinical experience as a registered nurse required.
- Demonstrated competence in leadership, knowledge, and experience in working with interdisciplinary teams required.
- Providing leadership in program management and demonstrated leadership and management competency required.
Additional perks include:
- Top-notch benefits: 401(k) with matching, paid time off, competitive health insurance, wellness programs to keep you and your family healthy, tuition reimbursement, and more
- Preventative care focused medical coverage that includes free visits to: Emplify Health by Bellin primary care providers, Urgent Care & Fast Care facilities, physical therapy sessions and any labs required during these visits
- Professional Development: Access to online continuing education for career growth
- Empowerment: Shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth.
- Self-Care Culture: Encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home
Be a member of a passionate workforce, that feels like family and is driven to provide exceptional patient care with a strong focus on community. 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.
