Registered Nurse (RN) - Pain Management

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

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Pain Management team in West Allis, WI is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a 1.0 FTE position.

The role requires a valid RN license in the state, BLS certification, and ACLS by orientation. Candidates should have at least 1 year of RN experience and strong IV skills in a fast-paced procedural setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license issued by the state of practice.
• ACLS certification by orientation; BLS required.
• 1 year of RN experience; not for new grads.
• Strong IV skills; preferred procedural/ICU/LD/ED or Med/Surg exposure.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care.
• Assist with patient exams.
• Develop expertise in pain pump management and medication coordination.
• Collaborate with nurses, techs, clerical staff, and providers.
• Exposure to procedures like Epidural Steroid Injections and Nerve Blocks.
• Intrathecal Pump management and pharmacy coordination.

Skills

IV skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Registered Nurse license

ACLS certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers

1 year RN experience

Job description

Department

37200 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Pain Management

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Monday - Friday 8 hour shift between the hours of 0700-1630.

Must obtain ACLS by the end of orientation.

Cross training to Day Surgery and GI

Pay Range

$38.20 - $57.30

Registered Nurse (RN) – Pain Management 1.0 FTE

Where You Will Work

West Allis WI, United States

Our Pain Management Clinic is a fast-paced, procedural environment dedicated to improving quality of life for patients with acute and chronic pain conditions such as back, neck, joint pain, spinal stenosis, neuropathy, cancer pain, and more.

• Strong leadership committed to work-life balance
• Professional growth and skill development encouraged
• Expand your clinical knowledge in a supportive, team-oriented setting
• strong staff engagement
• patient satisfactory scores

We’re Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Candidates must have at least 1 year of RN experience, this position is not for new grads
• 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
• Requires minimum of 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
• Strong IV skills
• Preferred qualifications in procedural, ICU, L&D, ED or Med/Surg

What You’ll Do

• Provide pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care
• Assist with patient exams
• Opportunity to develop expertise in pain pump management and medication coordination
• Collaborative team of nurses, techs, clerical staff, and providers
• Exposure to advanced procedures: Epidural Steroid Injections, Joint Injections, Nerve Blocks, Radiofrequency Ablations, Kyphoplasty, and Spinal Cord Stimulator Trials
• Specialized roles including Intrathecal Pump management and pharmacy coordination

About This Location:

Count on Aurora West Allis Medical Center for care that’s both personal and exceptional. Located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort.

Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care.

We have also been 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.

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.

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 up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
• 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 have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

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 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.