Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care (IMCU)

Carolinas Medical Center; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential: $5.00 per hr

Tuition reimbursement up to $7200/yr

RN referral bonus

Veteran friendly

Job summary

Aurora West Allis Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Intermediate Care Unit. This full-time night shift role supports moderately stable patients with elevated instability risk, working 12-hour shifts 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

You will participate in a structured orientation, perform clinical assessments, and deliver coordinated, compassionate care in a collaborative environment. RN license and BLS are required; BSN preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build foundational skills through Preceptor directed orientation.
• Develop triaging, lab interpretation, and pharmacology knowledge for intermediate acuity patients.
• Coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Foster collaborative relationships with a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide continuity of care through 12-hour shifts and patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

RN license

Job description

Department:

35877 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Intermediate Care

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs 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:

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