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, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including :
Base compensation within the position's pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and / or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's jobIncentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performanceBenefits and morePaid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsEducational Assistance ProgramSchedule Details / Additional Information : Nights, 8 and 12 hr 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 processCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, therapeutic, and compassionate careApply clinical judgment, skilled communication, and critical thinking to support optimal outcomesContribute to a positive patient experience across the continuum of careWhy Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection—we regularly host team-building activities and participate in community outreachThrive in an environment that promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered careMajor Responsibilities :
Using the nursing process to assess patient needs, plan and implement interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of care. Involve the patient and family in care planning to maintain a therapeutic relationship.Anticipating and recognizing significant changes in the patient's condition, providing ongoing assessment, mobilizing resources, and collaborating with the healthcare team to coordinate care.Implementing strategies to enhance patient safety and assess readiness to learn, individualizing the approach for patient and family.Coordinating discharge plans with an interdisciplinary approach and applying evidence-based practices.Evaluating outcomes and taking appropriate actions to improve processes and patient care experiences.Exercising effective communication and conflict resolution skills, promoting collaboration within healthcare teams.Ensuring a culture of safety by identifying and addressing potential threats to patient safety.Demonstrating ethical decision-making, respect for peers, and participating in team-based care approaches.Engaging in quality improvement initiatives and personal professional development opportunities.Providing care appropriate to age-specific needs and competency in understanding growth and development principles.Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which you practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)Education Required :
Completion of an accredited nursing programExperience Required :
Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experienceKnowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Capacity to provide holistic patient care and view situations from the patient and family perspectiveAcknowledge situational changes requiring timely interventionsProficient computer skills, including electronic medical recordsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAble to establish rapport and maintain professional relationshipsCompetence in critical decision-making and problem-solvingStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasksAbility to collaborate, delegate, and build teamsPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, and perform various physical activities during work hoursMust be able to lift, carry, push, and pull as requiredExposure to chemical and hazardous waste; protective clothing is necessaryFunctional ability to communicate and use skills necessary for clinical proceduresThis job description conveys the general nature and level of work expected but may not encompass all responsibilities. The incumbent may perform other related duties as requested.