Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurosurgery Unit in East Greenwich, RI

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 are dedicated to providing a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:
Competitive compensation and premium pay for shifts and on-call duties. Generous benefits packages including paid time off, health, and welfare benefits. Support for family needs such as adoption assistance and parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match. Educational Assistance Program to support your career development.

Schedule Details:
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 provide care to a diverse patient population, including:
Post-operative craniotomies, AVMs, and tumor resections. Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeries. Patients recovering from hemorrhagic and ischemic strokes as part of our Comprehensive Stroke Program. A high volume of cervical and spinal surgeries and other medical overflow cases.

As part of the Aurora Neuroscience Innovation Institute (ANII) , you will gain 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, compassionate care. Utilize clinical judgment and skilled communication to support optimal patient outcomes. Contribute to a positive patient experience throughout their care journey.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive team culture that values connection through team-building activities and community outreach. Thrive in an environment that promotes teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care.

Major Responsibilities:
Assess patient needs, plan interventions, and evaluate care effectiveness while involving patients and families. Recognize and respond to significant changes in patient conditions promptly. Coordinate and implement patient discharge plans collaboratively. Contribute to safety by identifying and addressing potential risks. Demonstrate leadership within the care team and effective communication skills. Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

Licensure and Certification:
Necessary qualifications include:
Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association.

Education and Experience:
Completion of an accredited Nursing program. At least 1 year of experience in clinical nursing is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to provide holistic patient care with effective critical thinking. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with patients and team members. Proficiency in electronic medical records and computer skills.

Physical Requirements:
The position involves:
Frequent walking, standing, and lifting, with the ability to:
Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist and push/pull with a force of 30 lbs.

This job description provides an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the Registered Nurse (RN) position. You may be required to perform other related duties as needed.