Registered Nurse (RN): IMCU

172 West Allis Memorial Hospital, Inc.; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Aurora West Allis Medical Center is seeking an experienced RN for the Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) in West Allis, WI. This full-time role features 36 hours per week with 12-hour shifts and a weekend program; self-scheduling on a 6-week cycle.

Competitive benefits and shift differentials apply. Responsibilities include triaging, lab interpretation, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and nursing process coordination to deliver safe, evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license issued by the state.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• At least 1 year of RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Build foundational skills through Preceptor directed orientation.
• Triaging, lab interpretation, pathophysiology, pharmacology, time management.
• Coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Develop collaborative relationships with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide continuity of patient care on 12‑hour shifts with patient-centered teamwork.
• Be a valued member of a highly skilled nursing team.

Skills

RN experience

BLS certification

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Department: 35877 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Intermediate Care Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Schedule: Self-scheduling: 6-week schedules 36 hours per week: 12-hour shifts: Dayshift Weekend Program 0700-1930 Every Saturday/Sunday, one 12 hour shift during the week One weekend off per quarter 50% holiday rotation Benefits: Competitive and comprehensive benefit package Tuition Assistance: up to $7,200 per calendar year Night shift differential: $5.00 per hour Weekend program differential: $11.00 per hour RN Referral: for Advocate Aurora Teammates Military/Veteran Friendly Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN): Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) Aurora West Allis Medical Center, West Allis, Wi. 53227

Where you will work: Inpatient Beds: 16 Patient population: moderately stable patients with elevated risk for instability. Patients may include ICU step down, patients who are chronically ventilated via tracheostomy, patients with higher risk of decompensation via trends of lab data, vital signs, and comorbidities. Culture: Supportive, collaborative and teaching Skill Mix: equal mix of experienced staff and new grads Typical RN to Patient Ratio: 1:3-4 days, 1:3-4 nights

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
• Require at least 1 years experience as an RN

What you’ll do:

• Build foundational skills and knowledge through Preceptor directed orientation.
• Build skills in triaging, lab interpretation, pathophysiology of disease process, pharmacology, time management, and communication skills for intermediate acuity patients with acute and chronic conditions.
• Coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Develop collaborative relationships with a resourceful multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide continuity of patient care through 12-hour shifts, patient centered care and team minded support.
• Be a valued member of a highly skilled, versatile nursing team committed to ensuring the delivery of quality and compassionate healthcare to diverse patient populations.

About This Location:

West Allis Medical Center has been regionally recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology. Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible. Get With the Guidelines: Stroke and Heart Failure Gold+ Age Friendly Health System Designation Excellence in Hospital Quality and Patient Safety Award 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.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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.); 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