NP/PA: Nephrology (Casual) - Northwestern WI

SMDC Medical Center

Superior, Wisconsin

Posted Jul 16

Shift and hours: Rotating
License: NP license
Term: Permanent

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Also asks: This position will assist our patients by utilizing a strong team-based approach to care, with a high integration of APP and MDs for the clinic, and inpatient and dialysis units for all 3 phases of nephrology care.
Also asks: · Typical Shift: up to 0.4 FTE per pay period
Also asks: · 5% clinic work
Also asks: · 5% hospital work
Also asks: · 90% dialysis rounding
Also asks: · Ideal candidate does not need to live in the Twin Ports area; candidate could live in areas neighboring locations in Northwestern WI.

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Experience: · Desired skill set: Experience in complex chronic disease management

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Department: 2901070 Nephrology - Eh Dc

Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. Education

Qualifications

This position will assist our patients by utilizing a strong team-based approach to care, with a high integration of APP and MDs for the clinic, and inpatient and dialysis units for all 3 phases of nephrology care.

Desired skill set: Experience in complex chronic disease management
Typical Shift: up to 0.4 FTE per pay period
5% clinic work
5% hospital work
90% dialysis rounding
Ideal candidate does not need to live in the Twin Ports area; candidate could live in areas neighboring locations in Northwestern WI.

Schedule

Variable start and end times due to travel

Estimated Patients Per Day: 12 (office), 12-15 (dialysis). Adult patients only (18+)
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responsibilities

Assist Physicians with non-encounter work *Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation. Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org/careers

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Licensure/Certification

Qualifications

NP

Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state. Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state. Current certification in CPR. National certification in applicable area. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice

Pa

Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state. Current certification in CPR. National certification. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice

FTE

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

Weekends

Holidays

Call Obligation

Union

Union Posting Deadline

Compensation Range

$57.42 - $80.39

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

What's around it?

In Superior, WI

Superior, WI

Living costs about 6% below the US average

Life in Superior, WI

NeighborhoodsBillings Park and East End are useful starting points for a neighborhood search: Nextdoor’s 2025 descriptions emphasize parks, dog walking and quiet residential streets. Northend is described as having mature trees and well-kept surroundings, while Northern Lights is noted for proximity to downtown and nature trails. These are community impressions, not evidence of where nurses or young professionals concentrate; the excerpts also do not establish neighborhood-to-hospital commute differences.

Billings Park and East End are useful starting points for a neighborhood search: Nextdoor’s 2025 descriptions emphasize parks, dog walking and quiet residential streets. Northend is described as having mature trees and well-kept surroundings, while Northern Lights is noted for proximity to downtown and nature trails.

These are community impressions, not evidence of where nurses or young professionals concentrate; the excerpts also do not establish neighborhood-to-hospital commute differences.

Sources

As of Oct 26, 2026Source: nextdoor.com

Getting aroundU.S. Routes 2 and 53 and I-535 are the named road connections in the supplied city guide, and neighboring Duluth expands the potential work area beyond Superior itself. The guide portrays everyday travel as strongly car-oriented, so a pleasant neighborhood walking environment should not be mistaken for a practical walking commute. The retained passages do not establish hospital-specific travel times, transit service for early or overnight shifts, or employee parking arrangements; check those against the actual job location before choosing housing.

U.S. Routes 2 and 53 and I-535 are the named road connections in the supplied city guide, and neighboring Duluth expands the potential work area beyond Superior itself. The guide portrays everyday travel as strongly car-oriented, so a pleasant neighborhood walking environment should not be mistaken for a practical walking commute.

The retained passages do not establish hospital-specific travel times, transit service for early or overnight shifts, or employee parking arrangements; check those against the actual job location before choosing housing.

Sources

As of Oct 26, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: homes.com

OutdoorsBarker’s Island offers a local waterfront destination, while Pattison State Park south of Superior brings hiking, camping and visits to Big Manitou Falls and Little Manitou Falls into the regional recreation picture. Travel Wisconsin identifies the Wild Rivers State Trail for snowmobiling and Mont du Lac Resort for skiing. The practical distinction is between waterfront outings in Superior and park or resort trips beyond the city, rather than assuming every attraction is accessible from a neighborhood doorstep.

Barker’s Island offers a local waterfront destination, while Pattison State Park south of Superior brings hiking, camping and visits to Big Manitou Falls and Little Manitou Falls into the regional recreation picture. Travel Wisconsin identifies the Wild Rivers State Trail for snowmobiling and Mont du Lac Resort for skiing.

The practical distinction is between waterfront outings in Superior and park or resort trips beyond the city, rather than assuming every attraction is accessible from a neighborhood doorstep.

Sources

As of Oct 26, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: travelwisconsin.com

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Living in Superior

Superior combines a working Lake Superior waterfront with a smaller-town residential pace, while neighboring Duluth adds access to jobs and cultural attractions. For a relocating nurse, the decision is less about finding one universally best neighborhood than matching a home base to the actual worksite and shift. Billings Park’s parks and walking environment, East End’s quiet residential character and Northend’s mature trees are useful scouting leads, not verified nurse enclaves. Cottage-style houses are part of the local streetscape. U.S. Routes 2 and 53 and I-535 provide regional connections, but the excerpts do not establish hospital parking or shift-compatible transit. Off duty, Barker’s Island offers a waterfront outing, and Pattison State Park south of town brings Big Manitou Falls and wooded trails into reach. Fairlawn Mansion and the Lake Superior Ice Festival add local history and a winter gathering. Expect a place where outdoor recreation and port-town character coexist; investigate the specific block, property and commute rather than relying on broad neighborhood praise.

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Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: homes.com Source 3: nextdoor.com Source 4: travelwisconsin.com

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