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 is dedicated to providing a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, ensuring you thrive both at work and at home. Discover a range of benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for your career growth :
Base pay based on qualifications and experience.
Premium pay for shift differentials and on-call responsibilities.Incentive pay available for select roles.Annual performance-based raises.BenefitsPaid Time Off programs to ensure work-life balance.
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.Family benefits like adoption assistance and paid parental leave.Employer-matched retirement plans and financial wellness programs.Educational Assistance Program for continued learning.Schedule Details : Nights, 8 and 12-hour shifts, rotating every third weekend and holiday.
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 Graduate RNs Encouraged to Apply!
Unit Overview :
Join our 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit caring for a diverse and complex patient demographic, including :
Post-operative patients from craniotomies and tumor resections.Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery patients.Hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke patients under our Comprehensive Stroke Program.A high volume of cervical and spinal surgery patients, along with medical overflow cases.As part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII) , enjoy exposure to cutting-edge neurosurgical techniques and advanced patient care.
What You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate evidence-based patient care using the nursing process.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to guarantee safe and compassionate care.Utilize clinical judgment and critical thinking for optimal patient outcomes.Enhance the patient experience throughout their care journey.Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection through team-building activities and community outreach.Work in an environment that encourages teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care .Major Responsibilities :
Assess patient needs, formulate individualized care plans, and evaluate care effectiveness.Recognize significant changes in patient conditions and adapt care plans accordingly.Implement patient safety strategies and individualize learning approaches for patients and families.Coordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach and apply evidence-based practice.Review patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action for process improvements.Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills within the healthcare team.Promote a safety culture by identifying risks and responding to safety events timely.Engage in ethical decision-making and participate as a proactive team member.Contribute to quality improvement initiatives for better patient care experiences.Seek professional development opportunities and engage in educational programs.Provide age-appropriate care encompassing growth and development principles.Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).Education Required :
Completion of an accredited or approved Nursing program.Experience Required :
Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Ability to provide holistic patient care with a focus on patient and family needs.Capable of recognizing changes that require timely interventions.Proficient computer skills, including electronic medical records.Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.Able to build rapport and maintain professional relationships.Decision-making skills with the ability to take initiative.Strong organization, prioritization, and problem-solving capabilities.Effective time management in a fast-paced environment.Skills in coordination, collaboration, delegation, and team building.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and perform physical tasks.Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., lift 20 lbs. overhead, and carry 40 lbs.Must execute moving and transferring patients safely.Position may expose you to chemicals, waste, and infectious materials; protective gear will be provided.Must possess functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch for performing patient care procedures.This job description outlines the general responsibilities and nature of work expected. Other related duties may be required of the incumbent.