Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Angioplasty

Advocate Health•Milwaukee, WI

7d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Cardiac Angioplasty Unit (10S), a 24-bed, fast-paced, high-acuity unit specializing in pre- and post-interventional cardiology care. The unit also cares for chest pain and STEMI patients, heart failure patients, and patients preparing for open-heart surgery or TAVR. The role is suitable for both new graduate and experienced nurses and offers opportunities to work with advanced cardiac technology and procedures. New graduate nurses may participate in an evidence-based, PTAP ANCC-accredited residency program supporting their transition to practice and professional development. The RN provides and coordinates comprehensive patient care through the nursing process, delivering safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The nurse applies evidence-based practice, clinical decision-making, compassion, and communication skills to promote a safe patient environment and a positive patient experience across the continuum of care. This is a full-time night-shift position, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., working 36 hours per week. The schedule includes every third weekend and 50% holiday coverage. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30 per hour. Night and weekend differentials are listed separately.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
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.
Strong interest and passion for cardiac care.
Commitment to teamwork, communication, and continual professional growth.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist and 20 lbs. overhead; carrying up to 40 lbs.; pushing or pulling with 30 lbs. of force; and performing a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and ability to use fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to use foot pedals on carts or machines and wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

Nice To Haves

New graduate or experienced RN applicants are welcome.
Interest in the newest technology and breakthrough medical procedures in cardiac care.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process.
Deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
Use evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making in patient care.
Communicate compassionately and help create the safest patient environment and best patient experience across the continuum of care.
Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Student loan forgiveness up to $21,000.
Tuition reimbursement up to $7,200 per year.
Night-shift differential of $5.00 per hour.
Weekend differential of $4 per hour.
Referral bonus.
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined-contribution retirement plans with employer match.
Educational Assistance Program.
Potential annual increases based on performance.
Incentive pay for select positions.