Registered Nurse (RN), Critical Care Unit

Major Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do:

As a Registered Nurse in the CCU, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a specialized cardiac critical care environment. You will utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while actively engaging patients and families throughout the continuum.

You will monitor patient conditions closely, recognize changes, and adjust care plans as needed—collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to drive optimal outcomes for patients with acute and complex cardiac conditions.

You will apply evidence-based practices and participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to continuously improve care processes and patient outcomes.

You will promote a culture of safety by identifying risks, intervening appropriately, and ensuring a safe environment for patients and team members.

You will administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with established clinical protocols, while maintaining accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.

You will demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills, supporting team-based care and appropriate delegation.

You may float to other care areas as needed to support patient care, demonstrating flexibility while maintaining high standards of care.

You will uphold ethical standards, adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, and contribute to an inclusive, patient-centered care environment.

You will support ongoing professional development by completing required education, maintaining certifications, and seeking opportunities for growth.

About This Location:

Join our Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) team in Sheboygan, where you’ll care for patients with acute, high-acuity cardiac conditions in a fast-paced, specialized environment. This unit offers the opportunity to build advanced cardiac skills, including monitoring, interventions, and post-cardiac event care.

You’ll work alongside a highly skilled and collaborative team that values teamwork, critical thinking, and continuous learning. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your cardiac expertise while making a meaningful impact on patients during critical moments in their care.

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 specialty care, or advancing clinical expertise, 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.

Schedule Details / Additional Information:

• Licensure & Certification: RN license in applicable state; BLS required (additional certifications may be required based on specialty)

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred)

• Experience: Typically 1+ year of clinical nursing experience preferred

• Key Skills:

  • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
  • Ability to manage high-acuity cardiac patients
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities

Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, lifting, and patient handling, including assisting with transfers. Must respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. Exposure to clinical environments requiring appropriate protective equipment.