Registered Nurse; RN - Post Surgical

Location:

Aurora St Lukes Medical Center - 2900 W Oklahoma Ave

Pay Range: $76,000 - $115,000 (annual) / $38.20 - $57.30 per hour

Job Type: Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Scheduled

Hours:

NIGHTS ; 3-12 hour shifts per week

Sign‑on Bonus: up to $10,000 payable after hire

Student Loan Forgiveness: up to $20,000

Tuition Assistance: up to $7,200

RN Referral: $5,000 for Advocate Aurora teammates

26‑bed post‑op surgical unit with 16‑bed telemetry. FAST PACED post‑op surgical unit caring for patients with gastroenterology, urology, gynecology, and plastic surgery. Includes abdominal drains, wound VACS, PCA, epidurals, tube feedings, etc. 75% of patients are admitted from PACU or as step‑down from Surgical ICU.

Manages care of 4‑5 patients day/PM shift and 5‑6 patients night. Able to manage drips including insulin, ketamine, dobutamine, heparin, angiomax, etc. This unit is ideal for experienced Med‑Surg nurses wishing to advance skills and for new graduates looking to develop into advanced settings such as ICU, ED, OR, or NP.

Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process. Deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures, using evidence‑based practice, clinical decision‑making, compassion, and clear communication. Lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

• 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.

Night shift: 1900‑0730, 3–12 hour shifts per week. Holiday rotation available.

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

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.