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Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Telemetry Observation

Advocate Health · Milwaukee, WI

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had a full telemetry patient load and one patient suddenly deteriorated. What did you do first, and how did you keep an eye on your other patients?

whether the candidate can triage and prioritize safely under a real medical-surgical telemetry workload

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a physician or provider about a patient's plan of care. How did you handle it?

communication skill and willingness to advocate for patients without damaging working relationships

Describe a shift where you had to help a newer nurse or a nursing student while still managing your own patients.

fit for a unit that trains new graduates and residency-program nurses, and mentoring instinct

Tell me about a time a patient or family member was upset about their care or their wait. What did you do?

communication under pressure and commitment to patient experience

Tell me about a time you made a mistake or near-miss with a patient. What did you do right after, and what changed in your practice?

honesty, accountability, and a real safety culture mindset rather than defensiveness

Technical

Walk me through how you'd read and respond to a change in a telemetry strip, like new onset a-fib or a run of PVCs.

baseline telemetry and cardiac rhythm competency, since this unit is built around continuous cardiac monitoring

You have a patient on a cardiac drip, like a nitroglycerin or amiodarone infusion. What are the key things you're monitoring, and what would make you call the provider?

knowledge of high-alert medication drips common on a telemetry unit and escalation judgment

How do you approach caring for patients with several chronic conditions at once, say someone with COPD, a wound, and a GI issue admitted for pneumonia?

ability to manage complex, multi-diagnosis patients typical of this unit's population

What does evidence-based practice mean to you in your day-to-day work, and can you give an example of using it on the floor?

whether the candidate applies clinical guidelines rather than just habit

Situational

A patient comes up from the ED with CHF exacerbation and is already on a diuretic drip. What do you want to know before you take report, and what are you watching for in the first hour?

clinical judgment and admission workflow knowledge given the unit's high volume of ED-to-floor admissions

This unit has a two-day average length of stay, so patients turn over fast. How do you organize yourself so discharge teaching and safety don't get rushed?

time management and discharge planning skills suited to a fast-turnover unit

If you noticed a coworker was falling behind and safety was starting to slip, what would you do in the moment and afterward?

teamwork instincts and willingness to speak up, which matters on a unit that prides itself on a strong support culture

This role includes every third weekend and about half of holidays. How do you think about balancing that kind of schedule long term?

realistic expectations and commitment to the shift pattern before they accept an offer

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The full job description

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Department: Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Day shift, 12 hr shifts, 0700-1930, Every 3rd weekend rotation, 50%holiday requirements Experienced RN Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Our Medical Telemetry Observation unit, 6KLM is seeking experienced RNs to join our team of nursing excellence. Join Aurora St. Luke's a 6 times Magnet designated facility. DAY SHIFT - EXPERIENCED RN   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: The Medical Telemetry Observation Unit 6KLM is a 28 bed Unit. Most patients are admitted from the Emergency Department making it a great learning experience for new graduates and newly licensed nurses. You will care for a very diverse population with multiple diagnoses, with an average patient length of stay of 2 days. 6KLM routinely cares for patients with chronic pulmonary diseases, pneumonia, wounds, various gastrointestinal issues, congestive heart failure, and see a great variety of procedures and medication drips. The culture and teamwork on the unit is outstanding and you will never be without help! This is a great unit to start your nursing career and gain experience as you develop your nursing process and practice. Aurora Health Care provides a leading-edge residency program with your future in mind. The New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is evidence-based and support the professional development, confidence, and overall well-being of the nurse resident as they transition from academia to the practice setting. This is a PTAP ANCC accredited Nurse Residency program. Weekend Differential $4/h 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 • Strong interest and passion for nursing and health equity • A commitment to teamwork, communication, and continual professional growth 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: Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is a destination for advanced care, innovation, and excellence. As the only hospital in Wisconsin with a 24/7 on‑site heart‑care team, St. Luke’s delivers premier cardiac and stroke services recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. Whether patients require common surgery or pioneering treatment, our specialty physicians provide expert care and excellent outcomes—placing you at the center of some of the most advanced care in the region. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now to begin your journey on a unit where learning, teamwork, and innovation define every shift!   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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