Registered Nurse (RN) Weekend Program – Medical Surgical/Telemetry Float Pool

100 Aurora Health Care Metro, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Night shift diff

Weekend diff

Annual raises

Retirement plans

Job summary

Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Medical‑Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse for the Internal Float Pool. This full‑time role requires 1–2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience and a valid RN license with BLS.

You’ll work 12‑hour night shifts with weekend and holiday rotations, floating across multiple units within the facility. You’ll join a dynamic team delivering evidence‑based care, adapting quickly to changing patient needs, and contributing to high‑quality

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum 18 months Med/Surg or Telemetry RN experience; 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Float between Med/Surg, Telemetry, and ED Boarding units, possibly ICU.
• Provide safe, patient‑centered care in fast‑paced environments.
• Adapt to unit workflows and support teams with professionalism.
• Demonstrate communication, decision‑making and leadership skills.

Skills

Med Surg RN

Telemetry RN

BLS Certified

Communication

Education

RN license (state)

Job description

Department: 34112 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Staffing Office Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: St. Luke’s Internal Level 1 Float Pool Schedule Details/Additional Information Experience: 1 to 2 years Med/surg RN Experience; strongly prefer 18-months to 2 years’ experience Schedule: 12-hour shifts; Weekend Program Fri/Sat/Sun schedule plus holiday rotation requirement Weekend program staff can take one weekend off per quarter Shift: 3rd Shift (1900-0730) Certifications Needed: BLS Support Site: St. Luke’s Medical Center Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Level 1 Float Pool Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center, 2900 W Oklahoma Ave; Milwaukee, WI 53215-4330

Where You Will Work

Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center’s Internal Float Pool is a dynamic, highly skilled team supporting Medical‑Surgical (Med Surg), Telemetry (Tele), and ED Boarding departments. Our Internal Float RNs bring versatility, clinical strength, and teamwork to every shift, ensuring high‑quality, compassionate care across multiple specialty areas within a single facility.

We’re Looking For

Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (AHA) Experience: Minimum 18 months of Med Surg or Telemetry RN experience (2 years strongly preferred) Commitment to ongoing learning, adaptability, and teamwork across multiple care environments

What You’ll Do

• Floating between Med/Surg, Telemetry, and ED Boarding units, may float to ICU caring for patients with transfer orders
• Providing safe, evidence‑based, patient‑centered care in fast‑paced environments
• Quickly adapting to each unit’s workflow and supporting teams with professionalism and clinical excellence
• Demonstrating strong communication, sound decision‑making, and leadership skills
• Supporting efforts to ensure the safest patient environment and best patient experience

Perks of Joining the Internal Float Pool

• No more “same‑ole routine”: Work across various units within one facility—keeping each shift fresh, exciting, and full of opportunities to grow
• Career‑building experience: Float nurses gain a strong clinical foundation that reflects adaptability, versatility, and readiness for advancement
• Competitive compensation: Base rate + internal float, night shift, and weekend program differentials
• Weekend Program schedule, plus a minimal holiday rotation (1 summer + 1 winter holiday)
• Full benefits‑eligible position with health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Exposure to multiple specialties—ideal for long‑term career growth and skill expansion

Training & Development

Internal Float RNs receive ongoing specialty training, which may include: ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support NIHSS – National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale IV Ultrasound Charge Nurse cross‑training to strengthen leadership and unit support skills

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.

Our Commitment to You

• 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