Registered Nurse (RN) - Same Day Interventional Surgery

Advocate Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Same Day Interventional Services unit in Milwaukee, WI. The role focuses on pre- and post-procedure care for cardiac patients receiving minimally invasive interventions, with emphasis on safe nursing processes and patient experience.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited nursing program, a Wisconsin RN license, and BLS certification, and will contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered care team within a 24/7 interventional setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the practicing state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Clinical nursing skills

Evidence-based practice

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Same Day Interventional Services

Milwaukee, WI

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:

The Same Day Interventional Surgery unit at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is a 41 bed cardiac patient-focused unit, with 33 beds primarily supporting post‑procedural care for Cath Lab, EP, and IR patients, and 8 beds designated for the Cardiac Observation Unit. Supporting patients undergoing scheduled interventional and procedural care who are expected to be discharged the same day. The unit focuses on pre‑procedure preparation, post‑procedure monitoring, and discharge coordination for patients receiving minimally invasive or image‑guided interventions. The unit operates 24 hours solely to support observation patients and secures overnight at 10:30 pm. Procedural patients are monitored following moderate sedation, with some requiring overnight stays.

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:

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.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, twisting, and lifting throughout the workday. Must safely lift up to 35 pounds and perform patient handling tasks, including pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds and assisting with 150-pound sliding transfers. Requires functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, and fine motor skills for clinical procedures, as well as the ability to operate equipment foot controls. Must be able to respond quickly to changing patient conditions and perform patient safety interventions, including verbal de-escalation and restraints when necessary. Exposure to blood, body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, and hazardous waste may occur; appropriate protective equipment must be used. Physical Abilities Testing and additional department-specific requirements may apply.

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.