Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical/Oncology

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Our Nursing Care Model combines Relationship-Based Care with an evidence-based approach. Mayo Clinic is an academic medical center.

Posted Mar 26 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours: 8 or 12 hour shifts · Rotating shifts 8 or 12 hour rotating shifts.31 hours a week
Unit and setting: Medical Surgical/Oncology · Hospital Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Oncology
License: RN licenseCurrent RN license by applicable state requirements
Term: Permanent

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New grads: Welcomed Student or Graduate of a nursing program.
License: Current RN license by applicable state requirements Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
Certification: Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from AHA or American Red Cross Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Certification: Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by work area Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
Education: Student or Graduate of a nursing program
Education: Baccalaureate degree completion as stipulated by degree requirement program at hire for associate degree RNs starting prior to April 1, 2020
Also asks: Computer skills Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Preferred

Experience: One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred.
Experience: One year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic
Also asks: Prior experience with electronic medical record systems

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What it pays

Against similar roles: In range for Eau Claire staff RN rolesEau Claire staff RN postings that state pay run $35/hr to $37/hr, the middle half $36/hr to $37/hr, across 56 postings.
Pay reviews: Rewards for experience, education, and dedication to the organization Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards for experience, education, and dedication to the organization.

Benefits

BenefitsMultiple medical plan optionsMedical: Multiple plan options.
BenefitsDelta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverageDental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
BenefitsAffordable vision plan with national networkVision: Affordable plan with national network.
BenefitsHSA and FSAs for eligible expensesPre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
BenefitsCompetitive retirement packageRetirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
BenefitsCompetitive tuition reimbursement programWhen combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential.

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BenefitsPension & 403(b)/401(k) MatchPension & 403(b)/401(k) Match
BenefitsContinuing Medical EducationContinuing Medical Education
BenefitsPaid Time Off & DisabilityPaid Time Off & Disability
BenefitsRelocation AssistanceRelocation Assistance
Affordable vision plan with a national network
Pre-Tax Savings (HSA/FSA)
Tuition Reimbursement

The role and schedule

Precepting: You would precept other nurses The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts.
Care model: Relationship-Based Care with an evidence-based approach Our Nursing Care Model combines Relationship-Based Care with an evidence-based approach.
Day to day: Coordination of nursing care, direct patient care, patient/family education, and transitions of care The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care.
Care model: Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model
Day to day: Delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, acuity, and resources The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and adequacy of resources.
Day to day: Participate on committees or projects The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects.
Weekends: Every third weekend
On call: On-call required Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call.
Holidays: 2 to 3 holidays per year Every other or every third weekend and 2 to 3 holidays per year.
Travel: Drive personal vehicle A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.
Details: Eligible for TN sponsorship with state licensure and VisaScreen
Details: Post offer placement assessment including urine drug screen, immunization review, and TB skin testing

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical/Oncology

Job ID 379069Date posted 03/26/2026

Eau Claire, WI
Full Time
Benefit Eligible
Remote: No

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Overview

At Mayo Clinic, you will become a vital member of a dynamic team at one of the world's most exceptional health care institutions. Our Nursing Care Model combines Relationship-Based Care with an evidence-based approach. This allows for a stronger connection between patient and caregiver, and a more individualized, appropriate type of care. You will also discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect, and—most importantly—a life-changing career.

Job Description

CityEau Claire

StateWI

RemoteNO

DepartmentNursing

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U. S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (opens in new window) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

Medical: Multiple plan options.
Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients.

The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and adequacy of resources.

The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

Student or Graduate of a nursing program.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.

Additional

Qualifications

One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.

License or

Certification

Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area. Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Minimum hourly rate is $36.78. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards for experience, education, and dedication to the organization. When combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

60-64

Schedule Details

8 or 12 hour rotating shifts. Available options discussed during interview.

Weekend Schedule

Every other or every third weekend and 2 to 3 holidays per year. Available options discussed during interview.

International Assignment

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (opens in new window)

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (opens in new window). Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (opens in new window) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Jennifer Schindeldecker

Career Path

Mayo Clinic offers many different nursing career opportunities to meet the needs of nursing professionals with a variety of educational and work experiences.

Whether you have a vocational certificate, or an associate, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, Mayo Clinic's multidisciplinary, team-oriented work environment presents opportunities that are rarely experienced elsewhere.

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Eau Claire, WIFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 7% below the US average

Median rent: $1,045/mo
Household income: $67,395/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Eau Claire, WI

NeighborhoodsEau Claire's residential layout is broadly split between older central districts and newer southern development. The South Side features neighborhoods like Putnam Heights, Oakwood Hills, Robbins, and Otter Creek, offering subdivisions built largely from the 1990s onward with proximity to retail hubs. The historic Third Ward showcases charming older architecture with tree-lined streets near the university, while the North Side encompasses established mid-century areas like the Planets neighborhood. Adjacent Altoona functions as a cohesive small-town enclave directly bordering Eau Claire with strong neighborhood appeal, whereas student-heavy rentals cluster heavily around Water Street, Cameron Street, and South Farwell Street.

Eau Claire's residential layout is broadly split between older central districts and newer southern development. The South Side features neighborhoods like Putnam Heights, Oakwood Hills, Robbins, and Otter Creek, offering subdivisions built largely from the 1990s onward with proximity to retail hubs.

The historic Third Ward showcases charming older architecture with tree-lined streets near the university, while the North Side encompasses established mid-century areas like the Planets neighborhood. Adjacent Altoona functions as a cohesive small-town enclave directly bordering Eau Claire with strong neighborhood appeal, whereas student-heavy rentals cluster heavily around Water Street, Cameron Street, and South Farwell Street.

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Getting aroundCommutes in Eau Claire are exceptionally manageable, with typical travel times across the metro averaging roughly 13 minutes. Key arterial roads like Clairemont Avenue, Hastings Way, and crossings over the Chippewa River allow hospital staff to navigate between residential sectors and medical centers quickly without gridlock. Downtown visits require adjusting to metered parking and surface lots, which locals occasionally find inconvenient, but overall traffic delays remain minimal even during peak shift-change hours.

Commutes in Eau Claire are exceptionally manageable, with typical travel times across the metro averaging roughly 13 minutes. Key arterial roads like Clairemont Avenue, Hastings Way, and crossings over the Chippewa River allow hospital staff to navigate between residential sectors and medical centers quickly without gridlock.

Downtown visits require adjusting to metered parking and surface lots, which locals occasionally find inconvenient, but overall traffic delays remain minimal even during peak shift-change hours.

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OutdoorsOutdoor recreation centers around the confluence of the Chippewa River and the Eau Claire River, which cut directly through the urban core and provide prime access for summer tubing, kayaking, and riverside beaches. Phoenix Park serves as the hub for the downtown Riverwalk and popular community gatherings. An expansive network of paved and natural trails connects city neighborhoods to surrounding woodlands, while snowy winter conditions open up options for snowshoeing, ice skating, and cross-country skiing across regional parklands.

Outdoor recreation centers around the confluence of the Chippewa River and the Eau Claire River, which cut directly through the urban core and provide prime access for summer tubing, kayaking, and riverside beaches. Phoenix Park serves as the hub for the downtown Riverwalk and popular community gatherings.

An expansive network of paved and natural trails connects city neighborhoods to surrounding woodlands, while snowy winter conditions open up options for snowshoeing, ice skating, and cross-country skiing across regional parklands.

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Eau Claire presents a refreshing blend of Upper Midwest river-town calm and energetic indie culture, making it an appealing landing spot for relocating nurses. Positioned at the scenic junction of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, the city features a revitalized downtown anchored by an $80 million arts complex, the Phoenix Park Riverwalk, and craft stops like The Brewing Project. Healthcare professionals will appreciate a commute averaging around 13 minutes, allowing easy movement between quiet residential neighborhoods and regional medical facilities. Housing options range from historic homes in the Third Ward and established pre-1990s bungalows on the North Side to modern subdivisions across the South Side and family-friendly Altoona. Off-shift hours can be spent enjoying the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series, dining along Water Street at spots like Mogies, or exploring miles of biking trails and river beaches. The tradeoffs are quintessential northern Wisconsin: subzero winter stretches require resilience, downtown parking introduces minor hassles, and housing inventory can tighten as the healthcare workforce expands. For nurses seeking an arts-infused, outdoorsy community with manageable traffic, Eau Claire delivers exceptional quality of life.

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