Registered Nurse (RN) - Best Fit Program

100 Aurora Health Care Metro, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base compensation within pay range

Shift/on-call pay

Incentive pay

Annual increases

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement plans

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI is seeking newly licensed Registered Nurses for the Best Fit Program. The program offers a three-month orientation across three specialty units, with cohort collaboration and unit selection to fit career goals.

Eligibility includes RN licensure by January 2027, with opportunities for tuition reimbursement and referral bonuses. Full-time shifts, with rotation across days, evenings, and nights as best fit by the program.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN licensure for Jan. 2027 cohort start.
• Newly licensed RNs are encouraged to apply to the Best Fit Program.

Responsibilities

• Three-month orientation across three specialty units.
• Collaborate with the Best Fit Program Manager to select rotations.
• Participate in cohort-based support and evaluation during orientation.

Skills

RN licensure

Nursing residency

Job description

Department: 34000 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Administration: Nursing

Status: Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Schedule details: Full time-72 hours per pay period. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift during the best fit orientation. Night shift placement post Best Fit Program. (If other openings are available, there is the potential to negotiate for a different shift with Manager of unit chosen, however alternate shifts are not guaranteed). Holiday and weekend rotation. Nurse Residency for newly licensed RN's Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Best Fit Program Milwaukee, WI, United States

Where You Will Work:

Registered Nurse (RN): Aurora Best Fit Program Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center. Awarded 6 times Magnet Recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center!

What You’ll Do:

The Best Fit Program is innovatively designed to provide newly licensed Registered Nurses in-depth experiences on three different specialty units at St. Luke's Medical Center. Applicants will work in a cohort for collaboration and support throughout the program. The program participation starts and progresses over three months of orientation to the RN role. In collaboration with the BFO Program Manager, three specialty units will be selected for the unit rotations. Through a Realistic Job Preview of each unit's culture, the candidate will determine and choose which unit best fits their career goal for longevity. Currently accepting candidates who will be graduating in Fall of 2026, requires RN licensure for Jan. 2027 cohort start.

About This Location:

Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center: The future of medicine is happening here at Aurora St. Luke’s, and you’re at the center. No matter what your need – common surgery or pioneering treatment – you can count on our experienced and specialty physicians to provide expert care and excellent outcomes. As the only hospital in Wisconsin with a 24/7 on-site heart-care team, you can expect to receive premiere cardiac services. Both the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association have recognized Aurora St. Luke’s performance in treating cardiac and stroke patients. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health:

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care