Child & Adolescent Psychiatry NP

We Are Hiring:

Location: Appleton, WI

Facility Name: St. Elizabeth’s Hospital

Schedule: PRN As Needed; 7a.m - 7p.m

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/PO) Shortage Designation Type.

What You Will Do:

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

Collaborate with a dedicated, multidisciplinary team supported by 24/7 nursing, MD’s, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, and Education Specialists

Provide care on a 17-bed inpatient behavioral health unit serving adolescents (ages 5–18), with an average daily census of 11 patients and typical length of stay of 5–7 days, focused on acute crisis stabilization for conditions including suicidal/homicidal ideation, psychosis, and other safety concerns

Help support the Partial Hospitalization Program

Serving a surrounding population of 230,000

Employed position within a nonprofit health system

Provide comprehensive patient care in collaboration with physicians, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and management of acute and chronic health conditions.

Order and interpret diagnostic tests, educate patients and families, coordinate referrals and community resources, and maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with established standards and policies.

Located in Wisconsin’s Fox Cities (Neenah, Menasha, Appleton, Oshkosh)—a vibrant, family-friendly region with low cost of living, excellent schools, growing performing arts with touring Broadway shows and dining scene, and easy access to Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Chicago, plus abundant outdoor recreation with nearby lakes, trails, and year-round activities

About the Facility

Modern, 350-bed facility with a newly expanded hospital tower, recent campus renovations, and robust 24/7 hospitalist, emergency, and ICU support, plus certified stroke and chest pain services within a Level III trauma center.

Backed by a strong, integrated referral network and part of Ascension, a leading national nonprofit health system dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to all.

Why APP's Choose Ascension

Long-term practice stability

National network with local autonomy

Mission-centered care rooted in service

What You Will Need:

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

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.

BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Education:

Master's degree of Nursing required.

Additional Preferences:

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Why Join Our Team?:

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits:

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.