RN Registered Nurse Weekend Program - Medical Surgical Oncology
About The Position
The Registered Nurse works on the 34-bed 6 South Medical/Surgical Oncology inpatient unit at Aurora West Allis Medical Center. The unit cares for patients with conditions including pneumonia, COPD exacerbation, pancreatitis, acute renal failure, post-operative needs, and oncology diagnoses. Four beds are designated for inpatient hospice, supporting continuity of care as patients transition to end-of-life care. Nurses have the opportunity to develop a strong nursing foundation, build versatile clinical skills, and earn Medical/Surgical and chemotherapy certifications; chemotherapy certification is available after two years. The role is part of a collaborative, supportive team delivering evidence-based, compassionate, patient-centered care to diverse patient populations. New and experienced RNs are welcome. New RNs can build foundational skills through the Nurse Residency program and preceptor-directed orientation. This is a full-time weekend-program position working nights every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in 12-hour shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The schedule includes a 50% holiday rotation and one weekend off per quarter. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. Additional pay may include a $5.00-per-hour night differential and an $11.00-per-hour weekend-program differential. The position is based at Aurora West Allis Medical Center in West Allis, Wisconsin.
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.
Responsibilities
- Build foundational nursing skills and knowledge through Nurse Residency and preceptor-directed orientation.
- Develop time-management, triage, communication, pharmacology, laboratory interpretation, and pathophysiology skills while caring for medical/surgical patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process, delivering safe and therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
- Develop collaborative relationships with a multidisciplinary team.
- Provide continuity of patient care through 12-hour shifts, patient-centered care, and team-minded support.
- Contribute as a member of a skilled, resilient, and versatile nursing team committed to quality and compassionate healthcare.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Benefits
- Nurse Residency for RNs with less than one year of experience.
- Loan forgiveness of up to $21,000 over four years.
- Tuition assistance of up to $7,200 per calendar year.
- Night shift differential of $5.00 per hour.
- Weekend Program differential of $11.00 per hour.
- RN referral program for Advocate Aurora teammates.
- Military/veteran-friendly workplace.
- Paid time off programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, where applicable.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
