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 pride ourselves on offering an exceptional total rewards package that enhances both your personal and professional life. This includes :
Base pay aligned with your qualifications and experience.
Additional premium pay for different shifts.Performance-based annual pay increases.Benefits :Comprehensive Paid Time Off programs.
Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.Generous retirement plans with employer match.Educational assistance programs.Schedule Details / Additional Information :
Nights, featuring 8 and 12-hour shifts with every third weekend and holiday rotations.
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 team members
Military / Veteran-Friendly Employer
New Graduate RNs Encouraged to Apply!
Unit Overview :
Join our 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit, where you will care for a diverse and complex patient population, including :
Post-operative patients from craniotomies, AVM removals, and tumor resections.Spine surgery patients (cervical, thoracic, lumbar).Patients suffering from hemorrhagic and ischemic strokes, as part of our Comprehensive Stroke Program.A high volume of cervical and spinal surgery cases, along with medical overflow cases.As part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII), you will gain valuable exposure to the latest neurosurgical techniques and cutting-edge care.
What You'll Do :
Deliver and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based patient care.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, therapeutic, and compassionate patient care.Apply critical thinking skills to support optimal patient outcomes.Enhance patient experience across the continuum of care.Why Join Us?
Become part of a supportive team culture that values connection through team-building activities and community outreach.Thrive in an environment supportive of teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care.Major Responsibilities :
Utilize the nursing process to assess patient needs and implement individualized interventions.Anticipate significant changes in patient conditions and collaborate with the health care team.Implement safety strategies to reduce risks and assess readiness for patient education.Coordinate discharge plans with an interdisciplinary approach linked to evidence-based practice.Evaluate patient and unit outcomes actively, making necessary adjustments in care.Communicate effectively and foster collaboration among team members.Promote a culture of safety by identifying and intervening in potential risks.Commit to ethical decision-making and participate in quality improvement initiatives.Licensure, Registration, and Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Education Required :
Completion of an accredited nursing program.Experience Required :
Typically, 1 year of clinical nursing experience.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Holistic patient-focused care with the ability to adapt to clinical situations.Proficiency in electronic medical records and communication systems.Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.Able to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.Demonstrated capacity for critical, independent decision-making.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, standing, and bending throughout the workday.May be exposed to hazardous materials and communicable diseases.Must have functional abilities for effective patient care.This job description highlights the type of work expected and does not cover all duties required by the position. Additional related duties may be assigned as necessary.