Registered Nurse (RN): Intermediate Care Unit
West Allis, Wisconsin
Posted Sep 4 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Full Time
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 1+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Wisconsin is $38/hr, across 352 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
IMCU: Intermediate Care Unit
Aurora West Allis Medical Center, West Allis, Wi. 53227
Where you will work
Inpatient Beds: 16
Read the full posting
Patient population: moderately stable patients with elevated risk for instability. Patients may include ICU step down, patients who are chronically ventilated via tracheostomy, patients with higher risk of decompensation via trends of lab data, vital signs, and comorbidities.
- Culture: Supportive, collaborative and teaching
- Skill Mix: equal mix of experienced staff and new grads
- Typical RN to Patient Ratio: 1:3-4 days, 1:3-4 nights
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
Require at least 1 years experience as an RN
Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred
What you’ll do
Build foundational skills and knowledge through Preceptor directed orientation.
Build skills in triaging, lab interpretation, pathophysiology of disease process, pharmacology, time management, and communication skills for intermediate acuity patients with acute and chronic conditions.
Coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
Develop collaborative relationships with a resourceful multi-disciplinary team.
Provide continuity of patient care through 12-hour shifts, patient centered care and team minded support.
Be a valued member of a highly skilled, versatile nursing team committed to ensuring the delivery of quality and compassionate healthcare to diverse patient populations.
About This Location
West Allis Medical Center has been regionally recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology.
Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible.
Get With the Guidelines: Stroke and Heart Failure Gold+
Age Friendly Health System Designation
Excellence in Hospital Quality and Patient Safety Award
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.
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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 list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Requirements
- Nursing policy compliance
- Direct patient care
- Nursing
- Vital signs
- RN License
- Bachelor of Science
- Triage
- BLS Certification
Place
- City
- West Allis, Wisconsin
- Median rent
- $1,007/mo
- Local household income
- $67,611/yr
- State price level
- 6% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Wisconsin index 94.1, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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