Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.

Contact: Rita Altmeyer, Human Resources Specialist-Senior, rita.altmeyer@wisconsin.gov, 262-878-6743

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans

The Wisconsin Veterans Home at Union Grove is recruiting for multiple Nurse Clinician 2 (Registered Nurse) positions, to provide direct and indirect care to our residents. The Home is a 24/7/365 long-term care facility that specializes in providing comfort, support, and professional medical services to elderly or disabled veterans and their spouses. Our facility is in Racine County, a short drive from Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, and other key locations throughout southeastern Wisconsin. Come join our quality nursing team!

Sign-On Bonus of $2000 for eligible employees who agree to remain in the position for one year. The first $1000 will be paid in the employee's first paycheck and the second $1000 will be paid when the employee attains permanent status.

This agency is committed to serving Wisconsin's veteran population. Our positions offer a team-oriented atmosphere and the satisfaction of serving those who have served us all. For general information on State employee benefits click here.

Want to experience the rewards of providing care to Wisconsin veterans?

This professional Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care to a mostly geriatric and/or disabled population. WDVA's RNs provide direction to other staff in the provision and coordination of resident care and monitor care given by other health team members on a unit or floor or in a building. All activities are performed in accordance with applicable industry standards of practice, facility policies/procedures, and state and federal rules and regulations.

To view the complete job description, click here.

Starting wage is between $34.41 and $40.58 per hour, depending on years of licensure, with additional compensation for nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Positions at 60% of full-time or greater are eligible for an attractive benefits package.

Sign-on bonus of $2000 for eligible employees.

A $5.00 per hour temporary add-on will be paid for all hours worked in a Nurse Clinician 2 shift, through June 17, 2023.

A $3.00 per hour temporary add-on will be paid for hours worked as a Nurse Clinician 2 between Saturday, 12:00 a.m. and Sunday, 11:59 p.m., through June 17, 2023.

This position is in pay schedule-range 11-02. For current or eligible former State employees, pay on appointment will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.

Core Shifts Available

AM 1st shift - 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

PM 2nd shift - 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

NOC 3rd shift - 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Nurse Clinician 2 positions work multiple shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Job duties require the ability to assist in patient mobility efforts, stand and/or walk up to 75% of eight-hour day to provide assessments, kneel, stoop, make visual observations, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, maintain hygiene, use special safety equipment, and wear protective clothing.

Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.

Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment.

A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Employees at this healthcare facility are required to provide documentation of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by date of hire. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.

The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

These jobs require licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin or a Nurse Licensure Compact state.

To be eligible for consideration for a position, complete the online application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service. You will be required to attach a resume. To ease the application process, upload your resume to WiscJobs prior to attaching it.

Periodically, applicant licenses will be verified and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Failure to complete all steps of the process will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email or phone. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.

Current, permanent State employees, who are eligible for transfer or voluntary demotion into a position assigned to pay schedule-pay range 11-02, should complete the online application and assessment process.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, go to the Employment Assistance page on WDVA's website. Qualified veterans with a 30%-or-more, service-connected disability are eligible for consideration for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s. 230.275, WI Stats. For information on how to apply under this provision, please contact the HR Specialist listed on this announcement.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.

If you have questions regarding an accommodation for the application process, contact Rita Altmeyer at rita.altmeyer@wisconsin.gov or 262-878-6743.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.