Registered Nurse Med Surg

Ascension; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension, a leading nonprofit health system, seeks an RN for full-time day shifts at Columbia St. Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee.

You will lead compassionate patient care for post-stroke and post-surgical patients and coordinate with the care team to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes. The role emphasizes patient education, discharge planning, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, and families to support a seamless recovery journey.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• RN credentialing through Wisconsin Board of Nursing required.
• Diploma from an accredited nursing program or equivalent licensure at hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead compassionate, evidence-based nursing care at bedside.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care between physicians, therapists, and families.
• Monitor patient status and intervene promptly to ensure safe recoveries.
• Educate patients and families and plan discharge for a smooth transition home.

Skills

Nursing care

Care coordination

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Wisconsin RN licensure

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location:

Milwaukee

Facility:

Columbia St. Mary's Hospital

Department:

Med Surg

Schedule:

Full-time / Days

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 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 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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based care for patients recovering from strokes, brain injuries, and surgeries, ensuring clinical excellence at every bedside.
• Coordinate the multidisciplinary care journey by acting as the central hub between physicians, therapists, and families to ensure a seamless and safe recovery process.
• Monitor and interpret patient clinical status with high precision, proactively identifying changes in condition to ensure rapid intervention and high-quality outcomes.
• Empower patients and their families through dedicated education and discharge planning, ensuring they have the tools and confidence they need for a successful transition home.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• 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.

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 law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.