Position : 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
Our Commitment to You : Advocate Health is dedicated to providing a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and career development programs. Our goal is to support you in living a fulfilling life both at work and at home. Our offerings include :
- Compensation :
- Competitive base compensation based on your qualifications and experience
- Premium pay such as for shifts and on-call requirements
- Incentive pay available for select roles
- Potential for annual increases based on performance
- Benefits :
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits, including adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
- Educational Assistance Program
Schedule Details : Nights, 8 and 12-hour shifts, with a rotation of every third weekend and holidays.
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 teammatesMilitary / Veteran-Friendly Employer
New Graduate RNs Encouraged to Apply!
Unit Overview : Join our 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit, providing care for a diverse array of patients, 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 casesBe part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII) and gain exposure to advanced neurosurgical techniques and cutting-edge care.
What You'll Do :
Provide comprehensive, evidence-based patient care using the nursing processCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams for safe and compassionate careEmploy clinical judgment and communication to achieve optimal patient outcomesContribute to enhancing patient experience throughout the care continuumWhy Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that emphasizes connection; we regularly organize team-building activities and engage in community outreachWork in an environment that fosters teamwork, continuous learning, and a patient-centered approachKey Responsibilities :
Assess patient needs, plan and implement individualized care, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventionsRecognize and respond to significant changes in the patient's conditionImplement strategies to enhance patient safety and readiness to learnCoordinate discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approachSupport quality improvement initiatives and engage in ongoing professional developmentLicensure and Certification :
Registered Nurse license in the state where you practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart AssociationEducation and Experience :
Completion of an accredited nursing programTypically 1 year of clinical nursing experienceSkills and Abilities :
Holistic approach to patient care and effective communicationProficient in computer skills and electronic medical recordsStrong organization, prioritization, and critical thinking skillsPhysical Requirements :
Frequent lifting, bending, and walking; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.Exposure to chemicals, waste, and body fluids; protective equipment requiredMust have functional speech, vision, hearing, and manual dexterityThis job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for the position and may not encompass all tasks that may be assigned.