Urology RN: Surgical Care & Patient Advocate

Advocate Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Urology Center. This role provides individualized nursing care in outpatient, same-day surgery, and inpatient settings, coordinating with the surgical and anesthesia teams to support our patients throughout the care continuum.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited nursing program, holds an RN license in Wisconsin, and maintains BLS certification. One year of med/surg or surgical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association.
• One year experience preferred in med/surg or surgical settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized care using the nursing process—assess, plan, implement, and evaluate.
• Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, collaborating with the care team.
• Promote patient safety by applying risk-reduction strategies and verifying identity and site.
• Educate patients and families, adapting teaching to learning needs and discharge readiness.
• Coordinate care and discharge planning through interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Lead, delegate, and support unlicensed staff to ensure quality care.
• Engage in quality-improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and unit performance.
• Maintain professional growth through ongoing education and competency development.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Nursing / RN degree

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Advocate Health in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Urology Center. This role provides individualized nursing care in outpatient, same-day surgery, and inpatient settings, coordinating with the surgical and anesthesia teams to support our patients throughout the care continuum.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited nursing program, holds an RN license in Wisconsin, and maintains BLS certification. One year of med/surg or surgical experience is preferred.