Professional Development Nurse (Nurse Educator) | Inpatient Rehab

Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Gundersen Health System is seeking a full-time RN, Professional Development Nurse (Nurse Educator) supporting our Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit (In-patient Rehab), based in La Crosse, Wisconsin. What you will do: • Fulfill a 1.0 FTE, salaried position • Typical work schedule is normal business hours; however, with supporting a 24/7 team, flexibility for off shift support is required • Provide clinical expertise and practice guidance for RNs, and CNAs in our Rehab Unit. • Facilitate professional role development and growth of nursing staff along the continuum from novice to expert! • Develop, implement, and evaluate the orientation and onboarding process for new staff • Support nursing education, competency, and professional development while "guiding by the side" • Act as a change agent and advocate while participating in system-wide improvement work and projects • Collaborate with department-based leadership teams as well as a large group of Acute Professional Development Nurses What you will get: • Starting annual salary of $89,086.00 + MORE for experience • With supporting these teams that serve all areas of the hospital, you can enjoy a change in scenery on a daily basis • This position allows you to learn about the organization in a different way with the opportunity to connect with cross-functional teams, allowing you tosee the bigger picture of healthcare • Autonomy to create and deliver what's needed for staff development, unique to the specific department • Support to grow in your career with access to our Career Development Center and Tuition Investment Program • Top rated retirement plan and healthcare benefits What you will need: • Bachelor's degree in nursing required + a master's degree in nursing required within five years of hire date • Minimum of 2 years of Acute Inpatient RN experience required. • Skills that will help you be successful in this role include leadership, professionalism, organization, accountability, and collaboration • RN licensure to practice in the state of Wisconsin upon hire • Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [redacted] or call [redacted].