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 provides an extensive suite of Total Rewards including benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and career development opportunities. We aim to support your full life at work and beyond, including :
Base compensation tailored to your qualifications, skills, experiences, and training.
Premium pay for shifts, on-call duties, and more.Incentive pay for specific roles.Potential for annual raises based on performance.Benefits and morePaid Time Off Programs
Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care expensesFamily benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer matchEducational Assistance ProgramSchedule Details / Additional Information :
Nights8 and 12 hr shiftsEvery third weekend rotationHoliday rotationSign-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 , providing care for a diverse and complex range of patients, 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, as well as medical overflow casesIn our Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII) , you'll gain exposure to the latest in neurosurgical techniques and care.
What You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based patient care using the nursing process.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for safe, therapeutic, and compassionate care.Use clinical judgment and communication skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes.Enhance patient experience across the care continuum.Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection and regularly hosts team-building activities.Thrive in an environment that promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care.Major Responsibilities :
Utilize the nursing process to assess patient needs, develop personalized care plans, and evaluate effectiveness.Recognize and respond to significant changes in patient conditions proactively.Implement strategies to enhance patient safety and assess readiness for learning.Coordinate interdisciplinary discharge plans effectively.Ensure ongoing evaluation of patient and team outcomes.Communicate effectively, promoting collaboration and teamwork.Advocate for a culture of safety and report any safety events promptly.Engage in ethical decision-making while collaborating with the care team.Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.Invest in your professional development and support the growth of others.Exhibit knowledge and skills necessary for age-appropriate patient care.Licensure, Registration, and Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license from the state of practice.Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the AHA.Education Required :
Completion of an accredited Nursing program.Experience Required :
Minimum of 1 year in clinical nursing.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Ability to provide holistic patient care with a focus on patient and family.Confidence in addressing unplanned clinical situations with quick, timely responses.Proficiency in computer skills and electronic medical record systems.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to form positive relationships with colleagues and patients.Capacity to make sound independent decisions.Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.Capability to manage time and multitask effectively.Skills in collaboration, delegation, and team-building.Certification Addendum : Team members should maintain annual educational requirements for hospital certifications.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach, and twist throughout the workday.Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist and 20 lbs. overhead.Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance and push / pull with 30 lbs. of force.Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with assistance.Exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases; required to use protective gear as needed.Must possess functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch for clinical tasks.Operates essential equipment to perform job duties.This job description provides a general overview of the role, and incumbents may be required to perform other related duties as necessary.