Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care is looking for a Registered Nurse for the 9LM unit in Milwaukee, specializing in patients with complex medical conditions. The role involves utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, and implement care while collaborating with the care team and maintaining accurate records.

Candidates must have an active RN license and ideally a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Strong clinical judgment and interpersonal skills are critical.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
• Must have an active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact license.
• Knowledge of ethical decision-making and ANA Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess and implement nursing care.
• Monitors patient conditions and collaborates with the care team.
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking

Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Proficiency in computer functions

Education

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

The 9LM unit is a 23-bed acute care unit specializing in patients with complex medical conditions including CHF, COPD, ESRD, diabetes, and wounds, with experience caring for COVID patients since 2020. It operates with a dedicated team of RNs, LPNs, and NAs, maintaining specific patient-to-staff ratios and shift schedules.

Major Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence‑based practices.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision‑making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Provides appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (e.g., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants).
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age‑appropriate care, understanding growth and development principles, and interpreting patient data relative to age‑specific needs as described in department policies and procedures.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Certification / Registration / License

• Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi‑state compact and/or single‑state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services.

Note: Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth, telenursing, or virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) are located.

Experience

Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Time management, prioritization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., email, electronic records, digital platforms) in clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de‑escalation, if needed.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical abilities testing may be required.
• Additional department‑specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

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 listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.