Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care (IMCU)

Advocate Health Care; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential $5.00/hr

Tuition reimbursement up to $7200/year

RN referral bonus

Military/Veteran Friendly

Job summary

Advocate Health Care’s Aurora West Allis Medical Center IMCU in West Allis, WI is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for night shifts (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM). The position supports 36 hours per week, 50% holidays, and every 3rd weekend.

The unit cares for moderately stable patients with elevated risk, requiring skilled nursing and teamwork. Qualified applicants will have completed an accredited nursing program, hold a valid RN license in Wisconsin, and possess BLS certification; BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license valid in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build foundational skills through Preceptor directed orientation.
• Provide care for intermediate acuity patients with acute and chronic conditions.
• Coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process.
• Develop collaborative relationships with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide continuity of patient care through 12-hour shifts.
• Contribute to delivery of high-quality, compassionate healthcare.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Registered Nurse license (state)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

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: Full time Nights 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM 50% holidays Every 3rd weekend

Elevate your work/personal life balance: Competitive and comprehensive benefit package Tuition reimbursement: up to $7200.00 per year Night shift differential: $5.00 per hour RN Referral bonus Military/Veteran Friendly Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

IMCU: Intermediate Care Unit 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
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred

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

• 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