Registered Nurse (RN): Experienced RN: Ortho Joint Surgical

About the Role

11T is a 24-bed inpatient Ortho Joint Surgical unit in the Garden Tower at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center. The team provides care to post-operative orthopedic surgical patients, including:

• Joint replacement (knee, hip, shoulder)
• ENT (ear, nose, and throat)
• Artificial airways
• Spinal (non-neuro procedures)

Growth and development are promoted through certifications in Ortho, Med-Surg, Pain, Palliative Care, and Geriatrics. Shared Governance opportunities include ACC, ADVANCE, NSI champion groups, and support for professional development at local and national levels.

Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse, you will:

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process
• Deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures
• Apply evidence-based practice, clinical decision-making, and compassionate communication
• Lead efforts to create a safe patient environment and enhance the patient experience

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• 1+ years of RN experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

About the Location

Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is a premier facility where advanced medicine meets exceptional care. The hospital offers:

• 24/7 on-site heart-care team (the only one in Wisconsin)
• Recognition from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for cardiac and stroke care
• Expertise in both common surgeries and pioneering treatments

Culture

At Advocate Health, nursing is about leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of the One Advocate Nurse community, you will:

• Join a unified team committed to lifting others up and embracing innovation
• Create inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive
• Be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change
• Shape the future of healthcare through bedside care, community work, research, and education

Your feedback is valued and helps shape the culture and improve care.

Schedule

• 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts (0700–1930)
• 6-week self-scheduling system
• Every third weekend and 50% holiday rotation

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
• Student Loan Forgiveness: up to $21,000
• Tuition Reimbursement: up to $7,200 per year
• Weekend differential: $4.00 per hour
• Military-friendly workplace
• Referral Bonus