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RN, New Graduate Pathway to Pediatrics/PICU (Fall/Winter 2026 Graduates)

Bellin Gundersen · La Crosse, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Why are pediatrics and the PICU your long-term goal?

What they are checking: Whether their interest is grounded in real experience with children and families, not just liking kids.

This program spends about a year in other departments before acute Pediatrics and the PICU. How do you feel about that path?

What they are checking: Whether they will commit to building foundational skills rather than rushing to the specialty.

Tell me about a time in clinicals when you worked with a scared child or worried parent.

What they are checking: Their ability to calm children and partner with families in family-centered care.

Tell me about a time you asked for help even though you felt you should know the answer.

What they are checking: Willingness to speak up, which is essential for new grads in high-acuity units.

How do you handle seeing a child who is very sick or injured?

What they are checking: Emotional readiness for pediatric critical care and healthy coping.

What do you hope to learn from your professional development nurses in the first year?

What they are checking: Whether they have clear goals for growth and will use the program's support well.

What would you do

A parent questions everything you do and asks for a more experienced nurse. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Professionalism and humility in the face of parent anxiety, without taking it personally.

About the work

How is assessing a sick child different from assessing an adult?

What they are checking: Basic knowledge of pediatric vital signs and how children can look fine until they suddenly decline.

A toddler with a respiratory illness is breathing faster and pulling in at the ribs. What do you do?

What they are checking: Recognizing pediatric respiratory distress and escalating quickly.

How do you make sure a medication dose is right for a child?

What they are checking: Awareness of weight-based dosing and double-checks that prevent serious pediatric errors.

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The full job description

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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: 30 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. If Pediatrics/Pediatric ICU is your long-term goal - let us prepare you for a successful career in that specialty! We are looking for new grads to accelerate their progression to a high-acuity department through our innovative pathway program. These positions will spend approximately one year in specific departments that will assist in preparation for your career in the acute Pediatrics and PICU. These positions will have orientation in specific departments that will assist in preparation for your career in the acute Pediatrics and PICU. 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. When working on our 10-bed Pediatric and 4-bed PICU unit, you will provide patient and family-centered care for pediatric patients with varying levels of acuity. The Peds/PICU multidisciplinary team consists of highly skilled RNs, CNAs, Child Life Specialists, Hospitalists, Intensivists, Pharmacists, Respiratory Therapists, Health Unit Coordinators, and other support staff. Position Details: • Part-time, 60 hours biweekly (0.75 FTE) • 12-hour Day/Night rotation, every third weekend/holiday • There may be varied schedules depending on the orientation unit • Prior Hospital or EMS experience preferred • Enjoy an attractive hourly rate of $38.96/hr as well as generous shift/weekend/holiday differentials What You'll Get: • Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States • A 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 appreciated • Departmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work including a Clinical Manager, Professional Development Nurse, and Quality Improvement Specialist Nurse • Have your voice heard through our Nursing Shared Governance Councils • A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member • Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center • Other 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! What You'll Need: • Minimum of an Associate degree in Nursing • RN licensure to practice in the state of Wisconsin upon hire • Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers • PALS within 6 months of transfer to the Peds/PICU • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment 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. I f 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

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