Registered Nurse Lead ICU

About the role

Location: Mequon, WI | Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee | Department: ICU | Schedule: Day Shift | Part-time

Life at Ascension

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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.

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: 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

Responsibilities

• Lead the assigned clinical specialty unit by directing, educating, and monitoring nursing and support associates to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality patient care and achieve clinical objectives.
• Optimize patient flow and resource allocation by independently assessing daily care needs and distributing assignments that match patient acuity with staff competency, guaranteeing safe, population-appropriate care across specialties like Cardiovascular, Critical Care, and Emergency.
• Manage complex patient and physician dynamics, setting critical priorities and serving as the primary point of resolution for patient care concerns to maintain a stable, professional, and patient-first care environment.
• Support unit efficiency and operational readiness by ensuring the immediate availability of all necessary materials, resources, and supplies, allowing the entire team to focus fully on clinical care delivery.
• Contribute to the future strength of the team by providing essential input on the hiring, training, and professional development of nursing and support staff.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.