Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurosurgery Specialist

Job Title : Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurosurgery Specialist

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

Join Our Commitment to You : At Advocate Health, we believe in supporting our team members with a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards. Enjoy benefits that extend beyond the workplace, including :

• Compensation : Competitive pay based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
• Premium Pay : Additional compensation for shift and on-call coverage.
• Annual Increases : Opportunities for annual pay increases based on performance.

Benefits :

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match

Educational Assistance Program

Schedule Details :

Nights

8 and 12-hour shifts

Every third weekend rotation and 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 : Become a member of our 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit, where you'll engage with a diverse range of complex cases including :

Post-operative craniotomies for bleed evacuation, AVMs, and tumor resections

Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeries

Caring for hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke patients as part of our Comprehensive Stroke Program

A high volume of cervical and spinal surgery patients, along with medical overflow cases

As part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII), gain exposure to the latest neurosurgical techniques and cutting-edge care.

Your Role :

Deliver and coordinate comprehensive, evidence-based patient care.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and compassionate care.

Utilize clinical judgment and critical thinking to support optimal patient outcomes.

Contribute to a positive patient experience throughout the care continuum.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection and community outreach.

Thrive in an environment that promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities :

Utilize the nursing process for comprehensive patient assessments and individualized care plans.

Anticipate changes in patient conditions and implement appropriate interventions.

Enhance patient safety and readiness to learn.

Coordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach.

Support quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery.

Licensure and Certification Required :

Registered Nurse license from the state of practice.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.

Education and Experience :

Completion of an accredited Nursing program.

Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

Skills and Abilities :

Proficient communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Capacity to handle critical decisions effectively.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to perform tasks including lifting, squatting, and standing throughout the shift.

May need to utilize protective equipment.

This job description provides a general overview and may not encompass all responsibilities required of the role. Other related duties may be assigned as necessary.