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 :
At Advocate Health, we believe that our employees deserve a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards to support their work-life balance, including :
- Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience
- Premium pay for specific shifts and on-call duties
- Annual performance-based increases
Benefits :
Paid Time Off programsHealth benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible expensesFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveRetirement plans with employer matchingEducational Assistance ProgramSchedule Details :
Nights, 8 and 12-hour shifts, every third weekend rotation, holiday rotation
Incentives :
Sign-On Bonus : $15,000 for 3rd ShiftStudent Loan Forgiveness : Up to $20,000Tuition Assistance : Up to $7,200RN 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 to a diverse patient population, which includes :
Post-operative patients from craniotomies, AVMs, and tumor resectionsPatients undergoing cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeriesPatients affected by hemorrhagic and ischemic strokes as part of our Comprehensive Stroke ProgramA high volume of cervical and spinal surgery cases, alongside medical overflowAs part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII) , you will work with the latest neurosurgical techniques and cutting-edge care.
What You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based patient care using the nursing processCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, therapeutic, and compassionate careApply clinical judgment and critical thinking to achieve optimal patient outcomesEnhance the patient experience across the continuum of careWhy Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection and teamworkThrive in an environment focused on continuous learning and patient-centered careMajor Responsibilities :
Assess patient needs, plan individualized interventions, and evaluate care effectiveness involving the patient and familyRecognize and respond to significant changes in the patient’s conditionImplement safety strategies and assess patient readiness to learnCoordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approachUtilize evidence-based practices in all patient careProvide ongoing evaluation of patient and team outcomes, participating in shared governance initiativesDemonstrate effective communication, leading and collaborating with the healthcare teamPromote patient safety and report any safety events timelyParticipate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance department functionsEngage in professional development activities and mentor othersPossess knowledge to provide age-appropriate care as per departmental standardsLicensure, Registration, and Certification :
Registered Nurse license from the state of practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the AHAEducation :
Completion of an accredited nursing programExperience :
Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experienceKnowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Skills to provide holistic patient care with a focus on patient and family needsAbility to recognize situational changes and respond effectivelyStrong computer skills, including proficiency with electronic medical recordsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational, prioritization, and critical decision-making skillsAbility to work collaboratively and effectively in team settingsPhysical Requirements :
Ability to perform physical activities required for patient care, including lifting and transferring patientsExposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, and body fluids; protective equipment requiredAbility to operate necessary equipment and perform nursing duties effectivelyThis job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position, not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.