Registered Nurse (RN): Ortho Joint Surgical

Advocate Aurora Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Forgiveness

Tuition Reimbursement

Weekend differential

Night differential

Nurse Residency

Military friendly

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Advocate Health's Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 11T Ortho Joint Surgical Med/Surg unit.

The team cares for post‑op ortho and related procedures, delivering safe, evidence‑based nursing across the care continuum. You'll join a 36-hour weekly schedule with 12-hour shifts, participate in shared governance, and pursue specialty certification in ortho and related areas.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Accepting newly licensed and experienced RNs.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices.
• Preferred bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care.
• Lead with evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and clear communication to ensure the safest patient environment and best patient experience.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Accredited nursing program completion

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Registered Nurse license (state of practice)

Job description

11T: Ortho Joint Surgical Med/Surg Specialty
Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center, Milwaukee Wisconsin 53215

Where You Will Work:

11T: Ortho Joint Surgical unit is a 24 inpatient private bed unit in the Garden Tower providing care to post‑op ortho surgical patients: ortho surgical, Ear nose and throat,artificialairways, spinal (non‑neuro procedure) knee, hip, shoulder replacement. We promote growth and development of our nurses by encouraging certification in Ortho, Med‑Surg, Pain, Palliative Care and Geriatrics. Shared Governance opportunities for growth in career: ACC, ADVANCE Program, NSI champion groups and support of professional development opportunities at a local and national level.

We’re Looking For:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Accepting newly licensed and experienced RN’s
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Preferred bachelor’s degree in nursing
• 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:

The future of medicine is happening here at Aurora St. Luke’s, and you’re at the center. No matter what your need – common surgery or pioneering treatment – you can count on our experienced and specialty physicians to provide expert care and excellent outcomes.

As the only hospital in Wisconsin with a 24/7 on‑site heart‑care team, you can expect to receive premiere cardiac services. Both the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association have recognized Aurora St. Luke’s performance in treating cardiac and stroke patients.

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.

Schedule:

• 36 hours per week, 12‑hour shifts, 6‑week self‑scheduling
• Weekend program: Every Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday night 1900-0730; one 12‑hour shift during the week 1900-0730
• 50% Holiday rotation

Benefits:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefit package
• Student Loan Forgiveness: up to $21,000
• Tuition Reimbursement: up to $7,200 per year
• Differentials: Weekend program: $11.00 per hour; Nights: $5.00 per hour
• Nurse Residency for RNs with less than 1 year experience
• Military friendly
• Referral Bonus

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.