Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Telemetry - Respiratory

Advocate Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a dedicated registered nurse for a 36-hour per week position on the 4EF Medical/Telemetry – Respiratory Focus unit at Luke’s Milwaukee campus. This role emphasizes ventilator and respiratory patient care in a high-acuity setting, with evenings, nights, and weekend shifts available.

Requires RN license, BLS, and patient-centered care with strong teamwork. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of clinical nursing experience and BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Active RN license in the practicing state with BLS.
• BSN preferred for this role.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Deliver safe, therapeutic care aligned with standards and procedures.
• Lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and best experience.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across the continuum.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Electronic records proficiency

Education

BSN preferred

RN license with BLS

Job description

Department

Department: Status: Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Evenings, Nights, and Weekend Program available! Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 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.

Where You Will Work

4EF Medical/Telemetry – Respiratory Focus 4EF is a 24-bed, all-private room unit specializing in respiratory care and is the only non-ICU unit at Luke’s caring for ventilator patients. While respiratory is our focus, we also treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including COPD, CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, diabetic ulcers, and cellulitis. Our patients are high-acuity—just below ICU level, making this an excellent environment for skill development.

What You’ll See

• Ventilators (up to 4 chronic vent patients)
• Chest tubes, trachs, feeding tubes, ostomies
• Wound vacs, ports, suprapubic catheters
• IV therapy, drips, NG tubes, drains

Why Join 4EF?

Outstanding learning environment—perfect for new grads and experienced nurses. Ventilator training provided for those eager to learn. Strong team culture with veteran nurses who love teaching. Positive, upbeat environment with unit outings and potlucks. Opportunities to grow—we pull newer nurses into skill‑building experiences.

Ideal Candidate

Eager to learn and build core nursing skills. Positive, team-oriented, and ready to jump in. Comfortable asking questions and engaging with experienced staff.

Bottom Line

If you want to grow your nursing foundation, gain critical care skills, and work in a supportive, team-focused environment, 4EF is the place for you.

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.

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 St. Luke’s Medical Center is Wisconsin’s largest hospital and a leader in advanced medical care. Located in Milwaukee, this flagship facility serves patients from across the region. As the only hospital in Wisconsin with a 24/7 on‑site heart‑care team, Aurora St. Luke’s is nationally recognized for excellence in cardiac and stroke care. Our expert physicians provide a full range of services—from routine procedures to groundbreaking treatments—supported by innovative technology and a collaborative care approach. Joining Aurora St. Luke’s means being part of a team committed to shaping the future of medicine and delivering exceptional outcomes for every patient.

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/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/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) is/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., E‑mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) 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. Therefore, 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)

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