Registered Nurse Behavioral Health

Ascension • Milwaukee, WI

36d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Registered Nurse in the Behavioral Health department at Ascension St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee, WI. The position is full-time, with day shifts. The nurse will make an impact by prioritizing life-saving interventions through patient triage, orchestrating complex care plans from admission to stabilization, advocating for patient safety by maintaining precise care records and communicating condition changes, and driving multidisciplinary excellence by collaborating with physicians and specialists.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted required.
• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize life-saving interventions by expertly triaging patients based on acuity, ensuring the most critical cases receive immediate, decisive care.
• Orchestrate complex care plans from admission to stabilization, continuously monitoring patient responses to ensure every treatment leads toward a positive clinical outcome.
• Advocate for patient safety by maintaining precise care records and communicating real-time condition changes to the medical team for rapid adjustment of treatment.
• Drive multidisciplinary excellence by collaborating seamlessly with physicians and specialists to deliver a unified, high-quality experience for patients and their families.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree