Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist

Your future role at a glance

Location: Appleton, WI

Facility Name: St. Elizabeth Hospital

Schedule: Full-Time
Start Bonus: $5,000

CME Allowance: $2,000

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, youll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you'll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join an established, clinician-led team at St. Elizabeth Hospital.

• Collaborative Care Model: Join a tight-knit, established team of four daytime physicians and two daytime APPs, offering a supportive environment for professional growth.
• Lead Patient-Centered Care: Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, ensuring every individual receives a clear path toward recovery and long-term wellness.
• Manage the Clinical Journey: Drive the full continuum of carefrom initial assessment and diagnostic interpretation to preventative screeningsto identify health risks early.
• Create Collaborative Treatment Plans: Coordinate seamlessly with physician partners and a robust network of specialists, ensuring patients never navigate their health journey alone.
• Empower Patients & Families: Use proactive education and counseling to give patients the tools and confidence to manage their health effectively outside the hospital.
• Document Excellence: Capture the patient story with precision and care, maintaining high-quality records that serve as a reliable roadmap for the entire care team.

About the Facility

Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital is a premier 350-bed facility in Appleton, recently enhanced by a state-of-the-art 90-bed patient tower. As a Level III Trauma Center and Certified Stroke and Chest Pain Center, the hospital serves as a regional anchor for high-acuity care. Our Hospitalist team is backed by a deeply supportive nursing and administrative staff, all working within a newly renovated, modern clinical environment.

Why Physicians Choose the Fox Cities

Anchored by Neenah, Menasha, and Appleton, the Fox Cities offer a unique mixture of urban style and small-town charm.

• Lifestyle & Leisure: Access to over 15,000 lakes for sailing, skiing, and fishing, plus extensive trails for biking and hiking.
• Cultural Hub: Home to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, featuring Broadway shows and world-class entertainment.
• Location: Ideally situated in Northeastern Wisconsinjust 30 miles from Green Bay and an easy drive to Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.
• Community: A fast-growing, safe, and family-oriented region with a low cost of living and exceptional quality of life.

Why Join Ascension?

• Clinician-Led Culture: A collaborative environment where your engagement is a key driver of patient care.
• Stability & Scale: Part of a national community of 7,600 providers and 2,000 sites of care.
• Total Rewards: Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and significant professional advancement opportunities.
• Mission-Centered: A profound commitment to delivering high-quality care to all, especially the most vulnerable in our community.

What minimum qualifications you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Education:

• Master's degree of Nursing required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Visa Eligibility

None