Registered Nurse Acute Rehab

About the role

Location: Mequon, WI Facility: Sacred Heart Rehab Department: Inpatient Acute Rehab

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Schedule

Night Shift | Full-time

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, direct patient care by following established evidence-based clinical practices and protocols to ensure the highest standards of safety and recovery.
• Assess and continuously monitor patient conditions, accurately documenting their healthcare journey to facilitate real-time updates and seamless communication across the medical team.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care teams, acting as the central point of contact to ensure a holistic, well-aligned treatment plan for every patient.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with precision, prioritizing critical interventions and managing daily clinical tasks to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Advocate for patient transitions by collaborating early with the healthcare team on comprehensive discharge planning, ensuring a safe, smooth, and well-prepared return home.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
• Education Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more