Full time Weekend Program available with additional premium for interested candidates Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Cardiac Surgical Unit Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center Our Cardiac Surgical unit is seeking a dynamic newly licensed or tenured nurses to join our team of nursing excellence. Join Aurora St. Luke's a 6 times Magnet designated Medical Center! Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. Where You Will Work: 9ST is a 48 bed Adult Moderate Acuity Cardiovascular Surgical unit. Working closely with the CVICU, we provide care to those patients needing specialty services before and after their heart surgery, heart transplant and/or ventricular assist device (VAD). Orientation to our unit is completed in two phases. Phase one focuses on the care of the cardiac surgical patient with phase 2 centering on the more complex needs of the heart transplant, ultrafiltration or VAD patient. Ensuring that our patients always receive care from the most professionally trained nurse we. 9ST is proud of our quality and patient satisfaction scores. Our dedicated team is always open to new nurses who are looking for a challenging but rewarding nursing career. This is an excellent environment for both experienced nurses and new graduate RNs, who are strongly encouraged to apply. Aurora Health Care provides a leading-edge residency program with your future in mind. The New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is evidence-based and support the professional development, confidence, and overall well-being of the nurse resident as they transition from academia to the practice setting. This is a PTAP ANCC accredited Nurse Residency program. Student Loan Forgiveness: up to $21,000 Tuition Reimbursement: up to $7,200 per year Nightshift differential: $5.00 per hour Referral Bonus Comprehensive and competitive benefit package We’re Looking For: - Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing - Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association - New Grads Welcome! - Strong interest and passion for cardiac care - A commitment to teamwork, communication, and continual professional growth What You’ll Do: - As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. - Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is a destination for advanced care, innovation, and excellence. As the only hospital in Wisconsin with a 24/7 on‑site heart‑care team, St. Luke’s delivers premier cardiac and stroke services recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. Whether patients require common surgery or pioneering treatment, our specialty physicians provide expert care and excellent outcomes—placing you at the center of some of the most advanced care in the region. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now to begin your journey on a unit where learning, teamwork, and innovation define every shift! Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation - Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training - Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job - Incentive pay for select positions - Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more - Paid Time Off programs - Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability - Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses - Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave - Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs - Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.