Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics Medical Surgical Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic Medical Surgical

Cudahy, WI, United States

$5 night shift differential

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.

Where You Will Work:

Experience a true Orthopedic Med/Surg environment on 3MESG , South Shore’s primary surgical unit, where you'll care for patients recovering from procedures like total knee replacements, bowel resections, and amputations Broaden your clinical exposure with a diverse mix of medical cases—from pneumonia and DKA to alcohol withdrawal—and stable pediatric patients aged 16+, all within a fast-paced 33-bed unit.

We’re Looking For:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing

• 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

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver individualized care using the nursing process—assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans tailored to each patient’s needs.

• Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, mobilizing resources and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes.

• Promote patient safety by implementing risk-reduction strategies and reporting safety events promptly.

• Educate patients and families , adapting teaching methods to meet unique learning needs and supporting readiness for discharge.

• Coordinate care and discharge planning through an interdisciplinary approach, ensuring continuity across the healthcare continuum.

• Lead and delegate effectively , fostering teamwork and supporting unlicensed personnel.

• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and unit performance.

• Maintain professional growth through ongoing education, competency completion, and participation in shared governance activities.

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

• Variable – primarily Night shift 1900-0700

• Every 3rd weekend rotation – Night shift

• Holiday rotation

About This Location:

Find a career you’ll love at Aurora St Luke's South Shore If you’re looking for state-of-the-art care in your community, Aurora St. Luke’s South Shore provides the care your family needs, close to home.

Our staff is committed to medical excellence as well as compassionate care. We're focused on treating you, and not just your condition. You also can depend on 24/7 emergency services and a number of on-site specialists.

Ready to Take the Next Step:

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