Registered Nurse (RN) Weekend Program - ICU

Advocate Health; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Hartford, WI seeks a skilled Registered Nurse to join the ICU team. The 6-bed unit cares for a range of critically ill patients, including intubated and vented individuals, with a focus on safety, compassionate care, and teamwork.

You will apply evidence-based practice and collaborate across disciplines, mentored by experienced nurses, to advance patient outcomes and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license issued in the state of practice.
• 1–2 years RN experience in med/surg, step-down, or ICU preferred.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• ACLS certification within 6 months.
• NIHSS certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Lead in safety and patient experience improvements across the continuum.

Skills

ICU nursing

BLS Certification

ACLS within 6 months

NIHSS within 6 months

RN license

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU

Hartford, 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 ICU is a collaborative and welcoming place to continue your critical care career, our nursing team here is like a small family offering a welcoming and supportive environment. This 6-bed standard ICU cares for basic critically ill patients including intubated/vented patients and patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs.

Our department is committed to clinical excellence, safety, and continuous improvement, utilizing current best practices, advanced technology, and ongoing education to achieve optimal patient outcomes. We foster a culture of teamwork, mutual respect, and professional growth, encouraging staff to expand their critical care expertise through mentorship, training, and shared governance.

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
• One to two years of RN experience in med/surg, step-down, or ICU strongly preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required within 6 months.
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required within 6 months

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 Medical Center Washington County is a 71-bed community-focused hospital located in Hartford, Wisconsin, proudly serving local and surrounding communities for over a century. As part of Advocate Health, we are committed to delivering high-quality, human-centered care through a strong professional governance framework and a robust nursing practice model. In 2024, our hospital earned its second Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a testament to our nursing excellence and dedication to continuous improvement. As part of a dedicated team with over 115 nurses, you’ll provide comprehensive care to patients in your own community. Our center features state-of-the-art services, including heart care, emergency care, orthopedics, hyperbaric medicine, rehabilitation, sports medicine, and advanced tele-stroke technology. We prioritize patient comfort, healing, and personalized care. Join us and be part of a team that values your skills, fosters growth, and is committed to making a positive impact every day.