Registered Nurse (RN)- ICU

135 Aurora Health Care Southern Lakes, Inc.; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Advocate Health's ICU unit in Burlington, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for full-time, 36 hours/week. Three 12-hour night shifts (1845-0715) with weekend and holiday rotations. Competitive pay range and night shift differential, with comprehensive benefits.

The ICU handles diverse medical, surgical, cardiac, and neuro-critical cases in a 10-bed unit with a 1:1 or 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio. Requirements include an accredited nursing program, Wisconsin RN license, BLS, and ACLS/PALS

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.
• ACLS, PALS eligibility within 6 months of hire, BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Deliver safe, therapeutic care per established standards and policies.

Skills

BLS for Healthcare Providers

ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire

Education

Accredited nursing program completion

Job description

Department: 34500 AMC Burlington - Critical Care: ICU Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Three 12-hr shifts per week (1845-0715) $5/hour Night shift Differential various weekend shifts, and a Holiday A/B rotation. Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU Dept

Where You Will Work

Join the high-performing ICU team at Aurora Medical Center Burlington, a dynamic 10-bed critical care unit that blends the warmth of a community hospital with the complexity of a regional critical‑care hub. Our ICU cares for a diverse mix of medical, surgical, cardiac, and neuro-critical patients, providing advanced hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, vasoactive infusions, and complex post-operative care. With a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:1 or 1:2, our nurses practice at the top of their license and thrive in an environment built on exceptional teamwork, shared governance, and a deep commitment to quality and safety. Known for our culture of kindness, accountability, and interdisciplinary collaboration, the Burlington ICU offers an ideal environment for both new-to-ICU and experienced critical‑care nurses who value professional growth, evidence-based practice, and making a meaningful impact on some of the sickest patients in the hospital. If you’re compassionate, motivated, and eager to develop strong critical thinking and advanced clinical skills, you’ll find a supportive, family-like team ready to help you succeed.

We’re Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by American Heart Association within 6 months of hire

What You’ll Do

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

About This Location

Aurora Medical Center – Burlington, located at 252 McHenry Street in Burlington, WI, delivers compassionate, high‑quality care to the community with a full range of advanced services. Recognized as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics for its exceptional outcomes, the campus features a Level III Trauma Center, state‑of‑the‑art heart and vascular care, accredited cancer services, and Racine County’s only Hyperbaric and Wound Care program. Newly renovated patient areas, expanded vascular offerings, and comprehensive specialty services—including orthopedics, women’s health, emergency care, and wellness programs—ensure patients receive best‑in‑class, close‑to‑home care.

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
• Benefits and more
• 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.).

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