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Registered Nurse (RN): IMCU Weekends

Advocate Health · West Allis, WI

Posted Sep 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had a patient who was trending toward decompensation. What did you notice first, and what did you do about it?

whether the candidate can pick up early warning signs in a step-down population and act before a rapid response is needed

Tell me about a time lab values or vital sign trends changed your plan of care before a provider even weighed in.

pattern recognition and independent clinical reasoning appropriate for intermediate care acuity

Since this unit has an even mix of new grads and experienced nurses, tell me about a time you either mentored someone less experienced or leaned on someone more experienced to get through a tough shift.

fit with the collaborative, teaching culture described for this unit

Tell me about a 12-hour shift that didn't go the way you planned. How did you keep things moving and keep the patient safe?

stamina, adaptability, and safety focus over a long shift

Describe a time you worked with a multi-disciplinary team, like respiratory therapy or a physician group, to manage a patient who needed input from several specialties.

ability to function in a collaborative, team-based care model as described in the posting

Technical

What do you know about caring for a patient with a tracheostomy who is chronically ventilated, and what are the biggest risks you watch for with that patient population?

baseline competency with a specific patient type named in the posting

How do you approach lab interpretation and pharmacology for a patient with multiple comorbidities when something doesn't add up?

depth of clinical knowledge expected at the one-year experience mark for step-down care

What does a rapid response or code situation on a step-down unit look like from your role, and what have you done in one?

hands-on experience with the higher-acuity events this unit sees compared to a general med-surg floor

Situational

Walk me through how you'd prioritize care for four patients at the start of a shift, one of whom is chronically vented via trach, one with new lab trends that concern you, and two who are stable but need routine care.

time management and clinical judgment under a realistic 1:3-4 ratio

If you noticed a physician's orders didn't match what you were seeing in the patient, what would you do in the moment?

advocacy skills and comfort escalating concerns through the chain of command

How do you handle the handoff between shifts when a patient's condition has been unstable or changing quickly?

communication rigor around continuity of care, which the posting explicitly calls out

This is a weekend program with Friday through Sunday or Saturday, Sunday plus a weekday shift, and a 50 percent holiday requirement. How does that schedule fit with your life right now?

realistic commitment to the schedule structure before it becomes a retention problem

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 35877 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Intermediate Care Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • Weekend Program • 36 hours per week, 12- hour shifts: • 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM • Choose between Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Saturday, Sunday plus one other shift during the week. Elevate your work/personal life balance: • Competitive and comprehensive benefit package • Tuition reimbursement: up to $7,200.00 per year • Weekend program premium: $11/hr • RN Referral bonus • Military/Veteran Friendly • 50% holiday requirement Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN): Intermediate Care Unit Weekend Program Days IMCU: Intermediate Care Unit Aurora West Allis Medical Center, West Allis, Wi. 53227 Where you will work: • Inpatient Beds: 16 • 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. 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 list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. #AuroraGMKERN #AuroraNurses #GraduateNurse 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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