Department:35811 Aurora St. Lukes South Shore - Med Surg: IU 3rd Floor
Status:Full time
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Hours Per Week:36
Schedule Details/Additional Information:- 12 hour shifts, 1100-2300
- Weekend and holiday rotation
Pay Range$38.20 - $57.30
Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedic Medical SurgicalCudahy, WI, United States
$4 PM shift differential Where You Will Work:Experience a true Orthopedic Med/Surg environment on
3MESG, South Shore's primary surgical unit, where you'll care for patients recovering from procedures like total knee replacements, bowel resections, and amputations Broaden your clinical exposure with a diverse mix of medical cases-from pneumonia and DKA to alcohol withdrawal-and stable pediatric patients aged 16+, all within a fast-paced 33-bed unit.
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
What You'll Do:- Deliver individualized care using the nursing process-assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, mobilizing resources and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Promote patient safety by implementing risk-reduction strategies and reporting safety events promptly.
- Educate patients and families, adapting teaching methods to meet unique learning needs and supporting readiness for discharge.
- Coordinate care and discharge planning through an interdisciplinary approach, ensuring continuity across the healthcare continuum.
- Lead and delegate effectively, fostering teamwork and supporting unlicensed personnel.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and unit performance.
- Maintain professional growth through ongoing education, competency completion, and participation in shared governance activities.
Schedule Details/Additional Information:- primarily Night shift 1100-2300
- Every 3rd weekend rotation
- Holiday rotation
About This Location:Find a career you'll love at Aurora St Luke's South Shore If you're looking for state-of-the-art care in your community, Aurora St. Luke's South Shore provides the care your family needs, close to home.
Our staff is committed to medical excellence as well as compassionate care. We're focused on treating you, and not just your condition. You also can depend on 24/7 emergency services and a number of on-site specialists.
Ready to Take the Next Step:Apply Now!
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.
