Job Description

34413 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Med Surg: IU 3 Orthopedics

Full time

Yes

36

36 hours per week, 12- hour shifts: (1900-0730)

Every third weekend rotation, 50% holiday rotation

6-week self scheduling

Benefits:

• Nurse Residency: for RN’s with less than 1 year’s experience
• Loan Forgiveness: up to $21,000 over 4 years
• Tuition Assistance: up to $7,200 per calendar year
• Night shift differential: $5.00 per hour
• Weekend differential: $4.00 per hour
• RN Referral for Advocate Aurora Teammates
• Military/Veteran Friendly

Pay Range:

$38.20 - $57.30

3 South: Ortho Med/Surg

Aurora West Allis Medical Center, West Allis, Wi 53227

Where You Will Work:

3 South is a 35-bed inpatient unit serving patients with orthopedic surgical, urological, gastrointestinal, and varied medical surgical interventions, treatments and diagnosis. The patient population provides a wide variety of learning opportunities and skill development. The team is highly supported by leadership that encourages staff growth and opportunities to make a difference in patients’ lives.

We’re Looking For:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Newly licensed RN’s and experienced RN’s welcome!
• 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
• Be part of a highly skilled, collaborative, and versatile team committed to ensuring compassionate, quality, patient-centered healthcare to a diverse patient population

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:

Count on Aurora West Allis Medical Center for care that’s both personal and exceptional. Located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort.

Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care.

We have also been regionally recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology.

Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible.

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.

Ready to Take the Next Step:

Apply Now!

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.

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 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.