Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurosurgery
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 :
At Advocate Health, we provide a comprehensive suite of benefits and development programs, competitive pay, retirement offerings, and much more to ensure you can thrive both inside and outside of work.
Compensation
- Base pay within the position's range based on qualifications, experience, and training
- Additional premium pay for shifts or on-call duties
- Incentive pay for select roles
- Opportunities for annual performance-based increases
Benefits and More :
Paid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverageFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible expensesFamily benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leaveEmployer-matching retirement plans and financial wellness programsEducational Assistance ProgramSchedule Details :
Nights with 8 and 12-hour shifts, every third weekend rotation, and holiday rotation.
Sign-On Bonus : $15,000 for 3rd Shift
Student Loan Forgiveness : Up to $20,000
Tuition Assistance : Up to $7,200
RN Referral Bonus : $5,000 for Advocate Aurora teammates.
Military / Veteran-Friendly Employer
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply!
Unit Overview :
Join our 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit , where you'll care for a diverse and complex patient population including :
Post-operative craniotomies for bleed evacuation, AVMs, and tumor resectionsCervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeriesHemorrhagic and ischemic stroke patients as part of our Comprehensive Stroke ProgramHigh volume of cervical and spinal surgery patients, alongside medical overflow casesWhat You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based patient care using the nursing processCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams for safe, therapeutic, and compassionate careApply clinical judgment and critical thinking for optimal patient outcomesContribute positively to patient experiences throughout their care continuumWhy Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connections, with regular team-building activities and community outreachThrive in an environment that promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered careMajor Responsibilities :
Assess patient needs, plan and implement individualized interventions, and evaluate care effectivenessRecognize significant changes in patient condition and collaborate with healthcare team members for ongoing careImplement patient safety strategies and assess readiness to learn, developing appropriate educational strategiesCoordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approachEvaluate outcomes and contribute to shared governance activities for continual improvementExhibit effective communication and leadership skills within the care teamParticipate in quality improvement initiativesEngage in personal and professional development activitiesDemonstrate age-specific care knowledge and provide tailored careLicensure and Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license in the state of practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)Education Required :
Completion of an accredited Nursing programExperience Required :
Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experienceKnowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Ability to provide holistic patient care with a family focusProficient in recognizing situational changes and responding with confidenceStrong computer skills including electronic medical recordsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to develop professional relationships with patients and team membersStrong problem-solving and time management skillsAbility to collaborate and effectively delegate tasksMaintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certificationsPhysical Requirements :
Ability to perform physical actions such as standing, walking, lifting, and squattingMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform patient transfersMust be equipped to handle exposure to clinical hazards safelyThis job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities expected of the incumbent. Additional duties may be required as necessary.