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 your well-being, offering an extensive array of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, generous retirement options, career development programs, and much more to help you thrive at and away from work.
Base pay within the position's range, adjusted by your qualifications and experience.
Premium pay for shifts, on-call duties, and other special roles.Incentive pay opportunities for select positions.Annual raises based on your performance.Benefits Include :Paid Time Off.
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care expenses.Family support benefits like adoption assistance and paid parental leave.Retirement plans with employer matching and financial wellness programs.Educational Assistance Program.Schedule Details : Nights, with 8 and 12-hour shifts. Participates in every third weekend 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 Graduate RNs Encouraged to Apply!
Unit Overview : Join our 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit, providing care for a complex and diverse patient population, including :
Post-operative craniotomies for bleed evacuation, AVMs, and tumor resections.Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeries.Hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke patients as part of our Comprehensive Stroke Program.High volume of cervical and spinal surgery patients, in addition to medical overflow cases.As part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII), you’ll gain exposure to the latest in neurosurgical techniques and cutting-edge care.
What You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based patient care.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for safe, therapeutic, and compassionate care.Utilize clinical judgment and skilled communication to support optimal patient outcomes.Contribute to a positive patient experience throughout the care continuum.Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that fosters connection through team-building activities and community outreach.Thrive in an environment that emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care.Major Responsibilities :
Assess and respond to patient needs, planning and implementing personalized care.Anticipate and recognize changes in patient conditions, acting swiftly to adapt care plans.Implement safety strategies and foster patient and family learning.Coordinate discharge planning with an interdisciplinary approach.Evaluate ongoing patient, team, and unit outcomes, and initiate necessary changes.Promote collaboration and effective communication among all team members.Identify and intervene on potential safety threats to patient health.Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance both department function and patient experience.Engage in professional development and support colleagues’ growth.Demonstrate knowledge in providing age-appropriate care across the lifespan.Licensure, Registration, and Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the AHA.Education Required :
Completion of an accredited Nursing program.Experience Required :
Typically 1 year of clinical nursing experience.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Ability to provide holistic patient care with a family-centered approach.Proficient in recognizing situational changes requiring immediate action.Strong computer and electronic record-keeping skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to make independent, critical decisions effectively.Strong organization and time management skills.Skills in coordination, delegation, and team building.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and bending throughout shifts.Capability to lift up to 50 lbs. and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.Must perform sliding transfers and operate necessary equipment.Exposure to hazardous waste and patient care-related risk factors; protective gear is necessary.This job description reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent but is not exhaustive of all responsibilities and duties they may be required to perform.