Winnebago Mental Health Institute (WMHI) is recruiting to fill multiple Registered Nurse (RN) positions. WMHI, located near Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is a part of the Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS) and is a psychiatric hospital providing quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. Our RNs provide routine and complex patient care in a clinic and skilled care setting. Experienced professionals and new graduates are encouraged to apply.

We are currently offering 8-hour shifts for full-time for primarily NOC Shift (10:30 pm - 7:00 am) positions.

Applicants must be able to work the first seven weeks of training on AM (6:30 am - 3:00 pm) and PM (2:30 pm - 11:00 pm) shifts. Upon completion of training, employees will transfer to NOC shift and be scheduled to work every other weekend.

Additionally, applicants must be able to work more than 8 hours in a day (up to 15.5 hours), more than 40 hours in a week, and holidays as needed.

New nurses are provided one-to-one orientation designed to meet individual learning needs. An opportunity to work side-by-side with experienced nurses is also provided. WMHI does accept the Nursing Temporary Permit license offered through the Department of Safety & Professional Services.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time. 
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. 
• Premium pension plan with at least a 6.95% employer match in 2025. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!  
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

As an RN, you will use the nursing process to implement nursing interventions in basic and complex patient situations at WMHI. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Completing daily nursing assessments, responding to medical emergencies, administering medications and working as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of medical care. 
• Overseeing and providing guidance to other nursing staff (Certified Nursing Assistants), assuring patient health and safety needs are met.   

Starting salary is between $41.61 and $48.16 /hour (approximately $86,500 and $100,100 annually), based on years of licensure. Additional increases are based on years of licensure in the chart below. 

Years of Licensure              Pay Rate
            0                                $41.61
            3                                $43.74
            5                                $44.84
            7                                $45.95
            9                                $47.06
            11                              $48.16

$1.40/hour differential for 1^st shift RNs that work hours between 6pm and 6am.

• $1.40/hour plus $2.50/hour for a total of $3.90/hour differential for permanent 2^nd or 3^rd shift RNs for work hours between 6pm to 6am.
• $0.80/hour weekend differential applies to worked shifts. 
• $2,000 sign-on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years; who stay with WMHI in the position until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1,000 upon hire and $1,000 after completing probation. 
• A 12-month probationary period is required. The pay schedule and range is 11/02. 
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB screen, which will be administered by WMHI or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date. 

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified applicants will have both of the following:

• Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Wisconsin (WI). Eligible includes being currently registered as a professional nurse in another state and eligible to obtain licensure in WI (must be licensed in WI upon hire) OR graduate nurses within three months of graduation (must have Nursing Temporary Permit License upon hire).
• Education or experience providing nursing care to patients according to general nursing theory, processes and standards.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience utilizing the nursing process to identify patient needs for nursing care.
• Experience assessing the physical and mental health of a patient.
• Experience interacting with others, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience using problem-solving techniques and conflict resolution methods. 

Applying is easy! Click “Apply for Job” to start your application process.  Sign into your account or click “New User” to create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application. 

You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF compatible format and answer one or more questions. 

Helpful Information: 

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline. 
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• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. 
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. 
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs. 
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Mike Sansom at MichaelJ.Sansom@DHS.Wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click 

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.