Job ID : R
Shift : 3rd
Full / Part Time : Full-time
Pay Range : $37.50 - $56.25
Location : Aurora St Lukes Medical Center - 2900 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Benefits Eligible : Yes
Hours Per Week : 36
Our Commitment to You :
Advocate Health offers an extensive range of Total Rewards, enabling you to thrive both at work and in your personal life. Our benefits include :
- Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
- Premium pay, including shift and on-call incentives.
- Opportunities for annual performance-based increases.
Benefits :
Generous Paid Time Off programs.Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage.Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.Family benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.Defined contribution retirement plans with employer matching.Educational Assistance Program up to $7,200.Schedule Details : Night shifts, 8 and 12 hours, with a rotation for every third weekend and holidays.
Special Offers :
Sign-On Bonus : $15,000 for 3rd Shift.Student Loan Forgiveness : Up to $20,000.RN Referral Bonus : $5,000 for Advocate Aurora teammates.Unit Overview :
Join our vibrant 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit , where you’ll engage with a diverse patient population, including :
Post-operative craniotomies for bleed evacuation, AVMs, and tumor resections.Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeries.Patients experiencing hemorrhagic and ischemic strokes as part of our Comprehensive Stroke Program.A high volume of cervical and spinal surgery patients, in addition to medical overflow cases.As a member of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII) , you will gain exposure to advanced neurosurgical techniques and cutting-edge patient care.
What You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate evidence-based patient care using the nursing process.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and compassionate care.Utilize clinical judgment and critical thinking to support optimal patient outcomes.Enhance the patient experience continuously.Why Join Us?
Be a part of a supportive team culture that values connection through team-building events and community outreach.Thrive in an environment that promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care.Major Responsibilities :
Assess patient needs, plan and implement tailored interventions, and evaluate care effectiveness.Recognize significant changes in patient conditions and modify care plans accordingly.Enhance patient safety and reduce risks, personalizing the learning approach for patients and families.Coordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach and apply evidence-based practices.Participate in evaluating patient outcomes and engage in shared governance initiatives.Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills.Promote patient safety by addressing potential risks and intervening appropriately.Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental functions.Participate in professional development activities and complete required competencies.Demonstrate the knowledge required to provide age-appropriate care.Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license for the state of practice.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).Education Required :
Completion of an accredited nursing program.Experience Required :
Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Expertise in providing holistic patient care with a focus on both clinical and family perspectives.Proficient in electronic medical records and adept with technology.Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Ability to collaborate effectively within teams and take initiative.Capability to make independent, critical decisions confidently.Physical Requirements :
Ability to perform various physical tasks, including lifting and standing for extended periods.May encounter chemicals and hazardous materials; protective equipment is required.Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch are necessary for performing job duties.This job description provides an overview of expectations and responsibilities but is not exhaustive. Other related duties may be required as necessary.