New Grad Registered Nurse (RN - Post Surgical
Aurora St Lukes Medical Center - 2900 W Oklahoma Ave
3CD is a 23 bed post-op surgical unit with 15 beds for Tele Patients.
Posted Sep 29 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Nights 1900-0730 · 12-hour shifts NIGHTS 1900-0730 3-12 hours shifts per week72 hours per pay period
- Unit and setting
- 3CD post-op surgical unit · Hospital This is a fast-paced, high acuity surgical unit specializing in Gastroenterology, Urology, Gynecology, and Plastic Surgery populations.Gastroenterology, Urology, Gynecology, and Plastic Surgery patients
- License
- RN license Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practicesRegistered Nurse license
- Term
- Per Diem Status: Full timeFull time
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed New Grads and Experienced RNs encouraged to apply!
- License
- Registered Nurse license Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
- Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Education
- completion of an accredited or approved nursing program Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Tuition assistance
- Tuition Assistance
- Loan repayment
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- Extra pay
- shift and on-call premium pay Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's jobbased on a teammate's job
- Bonus
- incentive pay Incentive pay for select positionsfor select positions
- Bonus
- $500 RN referral RN Referral $500 for Advocate Aurora Teammatesfor Advocate Aurora Teammates
- Eligibility
- benefits eligible Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Pay reviews
- base pay set within range by qualifications, skills, experience, and training Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Pay reviews
- annual increases based on performance Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits
- BenefitsStudent loan forgivenessStudent Loan Forgiveness
- BenefitsTuition assistanceTuition Assistance
- BenefitsPaid time off programsPaid Time Off programs
- BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disabilityHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- BenefitsFlexible spending accounts for health and dependent careFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- BenefitsAdoption assistance and paid parental leaveFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
More benefits (6)
- BenefitsDefined contribution retirement plan with employer matchDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- BenefitsEducational assistance programEducational Assistance Program
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
The role and schedule
- Charge
- Charge shifts are part of the role
- Day to day
- provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process
- Day to day
- use evidence-based practice and clinical decision making to lead safe patient environments
- Unit size
- 23-bed unit 3CD is a 23 bed post-op surgical unit with 15 beds for Tele Patients.
- On call
- On-call rotation
- Hours
- 36 hours per week Hou rs Per Week: 36
- Details
- 15 beds for Tele Patients
- Details
- night shift resources: charge RN, sister unit teammates, clinical resource nurse 24/7, house supervisor, stat team, off-shift unit supervisor Additional NOC Shift Resources Include:
- Details
- lift up to 35 pounds and assist with 150-pound sliding transfers Must safely lift up to 35 pounds and perform patient handling tasks, including pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds and assisting with 150-pound sliding transfers.
- Details
- shared governance with strong nurse voice in daily operations Shared Governance is an essential part of the culture on the unit, where nurses and nursing assistants have a strong voice in the daily operations.
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekend, holiday, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation and preceptor time are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.
Original listing
Posted on Advocate Health, Inc.’s careers page.
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Department
Status
Full time
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Hou rs Per Week
36
Schedule Details/Additional Information
New Grads and Experienced RNs encouraged to apply! Scheduled Hours
Nights 1900-0730
72 Hours per pay period 3-12 hours shifts per week
Additional NOC Shift Resources Include
- Charge RN
- Sister Unit teammates
- Clinical Resource Nurse 24/7
- House Supervisor
- Stat Team
- Off-shift Unit Supervisor
- PCM with varied shifts including evenings/early mornings
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- Tuition Assistance
- RN Referral $500 for Advocate Aurora Teammates
- Military/Veteran Friendly
Pay Range
$38.20 - $57.30
Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgical 3CD Milwaukee, WI 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
3CD is a 23 bed post-op surgical unit with 15 beds for Tele Patients. 75% of patients are admitted from PACU or as stepdown from Surgical ICU. This is a fast-paced, high acuity surgical unit specializing in Gastroenterology, Urology, Gynecology, and Plastic Surgery populations.
This is a great unit for experienced Med-Surg nurses seeking to advance their skills and grow in their practice. It is also a great foundational unit for new graduate nurses who seek to eventually develop into more advanced clinical settings, such as ICU, ED, OR, and NP. We are a strong performing inpatient unit as measured by their Nurse Sensitive Indicators and Patient Experience scores.
3CD team members are committed to excellent clinical practice and patient outcomes. Shared Governance is an essential part of the culture on the unit, where nurses and nursing assistants have a strong voice in the daily operations. 3CD received top tier team member engagement scores in 2021.
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
As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.
About This Location
The future of medicine is happening here at Aurora St. Luke’s, and you’re at the center. No matter what your need – common surgery or pioneering treatment – you can count on our experienced and specialty physicians to provide expert care and excellent outcomes. As the only hospital in Wisconsin with a 24/7 on-site heart-care team, you can expect to receive premiere cardiac services.
Both the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association have recognized Aurora St. Luke’s performance in treating cardiac and stroke patients. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, twisting, and lifting throughout the workday. Must safely lift up to 35 pounds and perform patient handling tasks, including pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds and assisting with 150-pound sliding transfers.
Requires functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, and fine motor skills for clinical procedures, as well as the ability to operate equipment foot controls. Must be able to respond quickly to changing patient conditions and perform patient safety interventions, including verbal de-escalation and restraints when necessary. Exposure to blood, body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, and hazardous waste may occur; appropriate protective equipment must be used.
Physical Abilities Testing and additional department-specific requirements may apply. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Our Commitment to You
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.
It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.