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Charge Nurse Lead Abdominal Transplant

Advocate Health · Milwaukee, WI

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to move a patient's assignment or pull a nurse from one room to another mid-shift because acuity shifted. How did you decide, and how did you communicate it to the team?

real charge nurse judgment on load-balancing a high-acuity floor and their ability to explain decisions so staff don't feel blindsided

How do you approach precepting or supporting a newer nurse who's assigned a transplant patient for the first time?

whether they see charge duties as coaching, not just staffing math

Describe a time a family member or patient escalated a complaint to you as charge nurse. How did you handle it in the moment?

de-escalation skill and comfort being the face of the unit when things go sideways

Tell me about a conflict you had with a physician or surgeon over a care decision. How did it get resolved?

whether they can advocate for a patient without burning the relationship, since transplant surgeons are a constant presence

You've had a year of charge experience. What's the hardest part of that role for you so far, and what are you still working on?

self-awareness and honesty about leadership gaps rather than a polished non-answer

Technical

What's your experience with immunosuppression management and rejection signs in liver, kidney, or pancreas transplant patients?

actual clinical depth in the specialty versus general med-surg background

This floor mixes transplant patients with general abdominal surgery, oncology surgery, and urological overflow. How do you keep track of such different care needs across one shift?

organizational systems for managing a genuinely mixed-acuity, mixed-specialty patient load

What does a good handoff look like to you when you're passing charge duties to the next shift on a unit this busy?

attention to continuity of care and whether critical information reliably survives shift change

Situational

Walk me through a night shift on the transplant unit where you were charge nurse and two patients decoded at once, or something close to it. What did you do first?

whether the candidate can triage competing emergencies and delegate under pressure instead of trying to do everything themselves

A fresh post-op liver transplant patient starts trending toward instability and the surgical resident isn't picking up. What do you do in the next ten minutes?

knowledge of escalation pathways in a step-down-to-SICU environment and comfort acting before getting formal sign-off

Tell me about a shift where you were charge and also carrying a patient assignment yourself. How did you keep both plates spinning?

realistic understanding of working charge nurse duties on a unit this size and acuity

If you noticed a pattern of medication errors or near-misses on a shift you were leading, what would you actually do about it before your shift ends?

whether safety follow-through happens in real time or gets left for someone else

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Department: Status: Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Shift time 1900 - 0730 Rotating Weekends and Holidays A sign-on bonus is available to applicants who have not received a sign-on bonus from the company for another role within the past 24 months. Pay Range: $41.10 - $61.65 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:   8C The Abdominal Transplant (Liver, Kidney & Pancreas) unit has 26 beds. High acuity- step-down unit to SICU. We not only take care of transplant patients but also see liver disease, renal disease, general abdominal surgeries, oncology surgery and urological overflow. This is a fast paced, moderate acuity floor that requires the ability to think on your feet and build relationships with your patients. We would love for you to join our team!! We’re Looking For:   Education/Experience Required: • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing •ADN acceptable with agreement to enroll in BSN completion program in two years to be completed in five years. • 2 years RN experience •1 Year Charge Nurse Experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Good communication skills • Good computer skills • Good time management and organizational skills • Familiarity with patient care equipment • Certifications/education required for the nursing specialty - See Certification Addendum • 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. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! 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. • Every 3rd weekend rotation Holiday rotation 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. 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.

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