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RN, Registered Nurse | Pulmonary Clinic

Bellin Gundersen · La Crosse, WI · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 4, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you coordinated care across several departments for one patient.

What they are checking: Whether they can work with radiology, pulmonology and surgery to keep a patient moving forward.

Tell me about a time you were an advocate for a patient who was struggling to get timely care.

What they are checking: Willingness to push on the patient's behalf, which is central to a navigator role.

What would you do

A patient is told they have a lung nodule and is terrified it is cancer. How do you talk with them?

What they are checking: Honest, calm education that explains uncertainty without false reassurance or alarm.

A patient misses two follow-up CT appointments. What do you do?

What they are checking: Persistence in reaching patients and finding the barriers, rather than just documenting no-shows.

How do you decide when a patient's question needs to go to the provider instead of being answered by you?

What they are checking: Clear sense of nursing scope and when to escalate.

A patient who smokes is anxious about their nodule. How do you raise smoking without making them feel judged?

What they are checking: Using a teachable moment respectfully to support quitting.

About the work

As a Pulmonary Nodule Navigator, how would you keep track of many patients who each need follow-up scans on different timelines?

What they are checking: Whether they can build a reliable tracking system, since a missed follow-up can delay a cancer diagnosis.

How would you explain the difference between watching a nodule with CT scans and getting a biopsy?

What they are checking: Their grasp of nodule workup and ability to explain it in plain language.

What would you teach a patient before a bronchoscopy or lung biopsy?

What they are checking: Procedural education, including preparation and warning signs like breathing trouble afterward.

How do you stay organized when you are managing communications for many patients at once?

What they are checking: Practical habits for documentation and follow-up, which the posting stresses.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

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: 40 RN | Pulmonary Nodule Navigator FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per two weeks) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour day shifts with flexible start/end times; no weekends, holidays, or call Location: On-site, La Crosse, WI Why Join Us? At Emplify Health by Gundersen, you'll play a key role in ensuring patients with pulmonary nodules receive timely, coordinated, and compassionate care throughout their healthcare journey. This unique nursing role combines patient navigation, education, care coordination, and clinical expertise while offering a predictable weekday schedule. Position Overview As a Pulmonary Nodule Navigator RN, you will serve as a clinical resource and advocate for patients undergoing evaluation and treatment for pulmonary nodules. Working collaboratively with providers and multidisciplinary team members, you'll help coordinate care, educate patients and families, manage communications, and support patients through every step of the process. What You'll Do • Coordinate care for patients with pulmonary nodules across the continuum of care • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations • Provide procedural education and instructions • Perform telephone triage and clinical assessment • Manage patient communications through phone calls and inbox messaging • Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, and care teams to facilitate timely care • Assist with program coordination and quality initiatives as needed What You'll Bring Required Qualifications • Associate Degree in Nursing required • Current RN licensure in Wisconsin upon hire • RN licensure in Minnesota and Iowa within 3 months of hire • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Preferred Qualifications • Five years of RN experience • Experience caring for pulmonary patients • Experience with project work, process improvement, or program coordination • Informal leadership experience Ideal Candidate Profile We're looking for a nurse who is: • Self-motivated and highly organized • Compassionate and patient-focused • Skilled at building relationships and educating patients • Comfortable working independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams • Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills • Committed to providing exceptional care and communication Please note: New graduate nurses will not be considered for this position. What You'll Get • Starting pay of $31.98/hour, with additional compensation for relevant experience • Opportunities for career growth through our Career Development Center • Tuition Investment Program to support your educational goals • Competitive retirement and healthcare benefits • The support of a collaborative and mission-driven healthcare team About Emplify Health 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 more than 100 clinic locations, we serve communities across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Equal Opportunity Employer 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