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 prioritize your well-being with a range of benefits that support your professional growth and personal life. Join us and enjoy :
- Comprehensive compensation based on your qualifications and experience.
- Premium pay options for shifts and on-call responsibilities.
- Opportunities for annual raises based on performance.
Benefits :
Paid Time Off programs.Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision, along with life insurance and disability coverage.Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.Family benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.Retirement plans with employer match and financial wellness programs.Educational Assistance Program.Schedule Details / Additional Information :
Nights8 and 12-hour 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, where you'll care for a diverse and complex patient population, including :
Post-operative craniotomies for bleed evacuation, AVMs, and tumor resections.Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeries.Patients with hemorrhagic and ischemic strokes as part of our Comprehensive Stroke Program.A high volume of cervical and spinal surgery patients, accompanied by medical overflow cases.As 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 for optimal patient 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 :
Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans involving patients and families.Recognize significant changes in patient conditions and provide ongoing assessments and interventions.Implement strategies to enhance patient safety and reduce risks.Coordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach.Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes with empowerment to act as necessary.Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration within the healthcare team.Promote a culture of safety through proactive risk identification.Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental performance.Participate in professional development opportunities to advance your career.Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license in 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 :
Typically 1 year of clinical nursing experience.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Ability to provide holistic patient care with a patient and family focus.Capability to recognize and respond to situational changes effectively.Proficient computer skills, including electronic medical records systems.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Skillful in developing rapport with patients and team members.Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively in a dynamic environment.Strong team-building and delegation skills.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Must be able to perform various physical tasks throughout the workday.Ability to lift, carry, push / pull, and perform patient transfers with assistance.Exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, and communicable diseases, necessitating protective equipment.Functional speech, vision, hearing, and dexterity are essential for patient care tasks.This job description provides a general overview of the role and is not exhaustive of all tasks. Other duties may be assigned as required.