Registered Nurse Med Surg

Ascension; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension in Franklin, WI seeks a Nights, Full-time RN for the Med Surg department to deliver compassionate, evidence-based nursing care in a high-quality, patient-centered environment.

The role emphasizes advocacy, coordination among care teams, and comprehensive discharge planning to support safe transitions home.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date; multi-state/Compact State license accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care aligning with safety standards and clinical excellence.
• Advocate for patients by monitoring progress and communicating updates to the care team for timely interventions.
• Coordinate care by serving as the central link between physicians, specialists, and support staff.
• Lead discharge planning to provide patients and families with resources for recovery at home.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Patient advocacy

Care coordination

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Nursing diploma/degree

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

• Lead the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care, ensuring every action aligns with the highest safety standards and clinical excellence.
• Advocate for your patients by continuously monitoring their progress and communicating vital updates to the broader care team to ensure timely, life-saving interventions.
• Coordinate a seamless care journey by acting as the central link between physicians, specialists, and support staff to provide a unified treatment experience.
• Empower patients and their families by spearheading the discharge planning process, ensuring they have the resources and knowledge needed for a successful recovery at home.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Franklin, WI
• Facility: Ascension Franklin
• Department: Med Surg
• Schedule: Nights l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care, ensuring every action aligns with the highest safety standards and clinical excellence.
• Advocate for your patients by continuously monitoring their progress and communicating vital updates to the broader care team to ensure timely, life-saving interventions.
• Coordinate a seamless care journey by acting as the central link between physicians, specialists, and support staff to provide a unified treatment experience.
• Empower patients and their families by spearheading the discharge planning process, ensuring they have the resources and knowledge needed for a successful recovery at home.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

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 required.

Additional Preferences

• 7pm-7:30am, 3 shifts per week, about every 3rd weekend, about every other holiday

Benefits that help you thrive

• 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

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.