Supervisor Nursing (RN): Ortho Spine ENT

Advocate Aurora Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Aurora Health in Milwaukee is seeking a Nursing Supervisor (RN) for Ortho Spine ENT and Joint Surgical. The role requires RN licensure in the state, a BSN, 3+ years of RN experience, and BLS certification. The supervisor provides leadership and direction to staff, ensuring efficient patient flow and high-quality care within a collaborative nursing leadership team.

The position offers full-time hours (40/wk) with PM-NOC coverage and weekend shifts, at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center.

Qualifications

• RN with leadership aspiration and resource focus.
• Desires to develop leadership skills and be part of a collaborative leadership team.
• Strong collaborative practice with staff and leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide work directions to staff and coordinate resources for smooth patient flow.
• Promote environment for quality patient care and advocate for patients and staff rights.
• Foster communication among patients, families, departments and medical staff; act as liaison and problem-solver.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

RN experience

Communication

Clinical supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Completion of an accredited program in nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Nursing Supervisor (RN): – Ortho Spine ENT Joint Surgical

Where You Will Work:

11S - Ortho Spine ENT - 11T - Ortho Joint Surgical Specialty units

Aurora St. Luke‘s Medical Center in Milwaukee

We’re Looking For:

• RN who is passionate about helping others as a resource

• Desires to develop leadership skills and be part of a collaborative leadership team

• Strong collaborative practice with staff and leadership

• Bachelor‘s degree in nursing

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing

• Candidates must have at least 3 years 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

What You’ll Do:

• Provides work directions to the staff with clear responsibility for the coordination of resources to efficiently support procedures, day-to-day operations and the smooth flow of patients through the department.

• Promotes an environment conducive to the delivery of quality patient care. Advocates for rights of patients and staff.

• Promote communication among patients, families, hospital departments, and medical staff to optimize the interdependence of all team members. Coordinates the needs of physicians and acts as liaison between the medical staff and the nursing staff by serving as a problem solver and mediator.

• Develop and maintain effective intra- and inter-departmental relationships. Facilitates positive communication with medical supply companies and their representatives.

• Evaluates the quality of patient care provided in the specialty area through collaboration with unit and organization resource people. Ensuring policies and procedures are following those of the medical center, the nursing department, and regulatory agencies.

• In collaboration with the manager, conducts ongoing process improvement.

• Serves as a clinical resource contact for patients, families, nursing staff, other health care members and external agencies.

• In collaboration with departmental and organizational staff, develops department orientation and continuing education programs for all staff. Teach and guide staff. Assists with various teaching programs.

• Provides input regarding equipment/supply needs, renovations, and environmental issues in preparation of operating and capital equipment budgets.

• Supports Shared Leadership and its functions related to Nursing Evaluation, Peer Review, Policy/Procedures, and Standards of Nursing Practice.

• Performs human resources responsibilities for staff which includes coaching on performance, completes performance reviews and overall staff morale. Recommends hiring, compensation changes, promotions, corrective action decisions, and terminations.

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.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids; will be required to wear gloves, goggles and gowns on an as-needed basis.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

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.

Schedule Details/Additional Information

• Full time, 40 hours per week
• PM-NOC coverage, some weekend coverage
• Overlap with day shift coverage to allow development and coaching with Patient Care Manager
• Flexibility based off leadership needs/calendar requests.

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 within the position’s 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 Heath

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 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.