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 : Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards : benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs that invest in your career development, allowing you to thrive both at work and at home.
Compensation
- Base compensation based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and training
- Premium pay for shifts, on call, etc.
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and More
Paid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits : medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expensesFamily benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer matchEducational Assistance ProgramSchedule Details / Additional Information : Nights, 8 and 12-hour shifts, every third weekend rotation, 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 , 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, along with medical overflow casesAs part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII) , our unit offers exposure to the latest neurosurgical techniques and cutting-edge care.
What You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based patient care using the nursing process.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, therapeutic, and compassionate care.Apply clinical judgment, skilled communication, and critical thinking to support optimal outcomes.Contribute to a positive patient experience across the continuum of care.Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection, with regular team-building activities and community outreach.Thrive in an environment that promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care .Major Responsibilities :
Utilize the nursing process to assess patient needs, plan and implement individualized interventions, and evaluate care effectiveness.Recognize significant changes in patient conditions and adapt care plans as needed.Implement strategies to reduce patient risk and enhance safety.Coordinate the discharge plan using an interdisciplinary approach.Evaluate outcomes and participate in activities to improve processes.Maintain effective communication and collaboration with team members.Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license from the state of practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart AssociationEducation Required : Completion of an accredited 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.Recognize situational changes requiring intervention and respond confidently.Proficiency in computer skills and electronic medical records.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Critical decision-making and organization skills.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Able to sit, stand, walk, and lift as necessary throughout the workday.Must be able to perform tasks involving lifting and carrying various weights.Exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, and bodily fluids may be required; protective clothing must be worn as necessary.This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover all activities and responsibilities required of the incumbent.