Neurosurgery Registered Nurse (RN)
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 :
Join Advocate Health, where we offer a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs for career development. Experience a fulfilling work-life balance with :
- Base compensation based on qualifications, skills, and experience
- Premium pay for shifts and on-call duties
- Yearly increases based on performance
Benefits Include :
Paid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible expensesFamily benefits like adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer matchEducational Assistance ProgramSchedule Details : Nights
8 and 12-hour shifts
Rotate every third weekend
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 Are Encouraged to Apply!
Unit Overview :
Join our 24-bed Neurosurgical Unit and provide care for a diverse and complex patient population, including :
Post-operative craniotomies for bleed evacuation, AVMs, and tumor resectionsCervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeriesPatients in our Comprehensive Stroke ProgramHigh volume of cervical and spinal surgery patients, along with medical overflow casesExperience the latest neurosurgical techniques at the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII).
What You'll Do :
Deliver comprehensive and evidence-based patient care using the nursing processCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams for safe and compassionate careSupport optimal patient outcomes through clinical judgment and skilled communicationEnhance patient experience across the care continuumWhy Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection and community outreachThrive in an environment that promotes teamwork and patient-centered careMajor Responsibilities :
Utilize nursing processes to assess, plan, and implement individualized care, including patient and family involvementRecognize and respond to significant changes in patient status promptlyImplement safety strategies and assess learning readiness of patients and familiesCoordinate discharge planning using an interdisciplinary approachEvaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, and participate in shared governanceDemonstrate effective communication and conflict resolution skillsPromote a culture of safety and report any patient safety eventsParticipate in improvement initiatives to enhance department functionalitiesEngage in professional development and mentorship opportunitiesLicensure and Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license in the state of practiceBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart AssociationEducation Required :
Completion of an accredited nursing programExperience Required :
Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experienceKnowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Ability to view clinical situations with a patient and family focusRespond to situational changes with confidence and flexibilityProficient computer skills, including electronic medical recordsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsCapability to develop rapport and maintain professional relationshipsAble to make critical decisions independentlyStrong organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilitiesAdept in managing multiple tasks and interruptionsTeam building and delegation skillsPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions :
Must be able to perform physical tasks, including lifting and transferring patientsMay be exposed to hazardous materials and communicable diseasesRequires functional speech, vision, hearing, and manual dexterityThis job description outlines the responsibilities expected of the position but is not meant to be exhaustive. Additional related duties may be required.