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Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate - Cardiac/Neuro

Advocate Health · Grafton, WI · $38.20–$57.30 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

As a new graduate, what experiences from school or clinicals prepared you for a cardiac and neuro unit?

What they are checking: Whether they can connect their training to this unit's patients and know what they still need to learn.

Tell me about a time you got feedback during clinicals that was hard to hear.

What they are checking: Whether they accept correction and grow, which matters during orientation.

How do you plan to manage working nights from 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and every third weekend?

What they are checking: Whether they have a realistic plan for the night schedule as a new nurse.

What would you do

You're not sure how to do something and everyone looks busy. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will ask for help instead of guessing, which keeps new nurses and patients safe.

A patient refuses their medication. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they find out why, educate, respect the choice and document and report it.

About the work

A patient with heart failure has gained four pounds since yesterday. What does that tell you, and what do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize fluid overload and act on it.

How would you do a quick neuro check, and what change would make you call the provider right away?

What they are checking: Whether they know key neuro signs and when a change is an emergency.

Your night patient becomes confused and agitated at 2 a.m. What could be going on, and what do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they think through causes like low oxygen, low sugar or stroke before assuming sundowning.

How would you care for a patient after a cardiac catheterization during your first hours on shift?

What they are checking: Whether they know to check the access site, pulses and bleeding.

How do you organize your night when you have four or five patients?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize and plan their time, which is a common struggle for new grads.

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 35811 AMC Grafton - Med Surg: IU 2nd Floor Cardiac Neuro Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • 0.9 FTE - Full-time, Day shift • 7:00 am - 7:30 pm scheduling • Every third weekend and holiday rotation Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Neuro Unit Grafton, WI 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: MS2 Cardiac/Neuro is an 18-bed unit that has a primary focus on our cardiac patients at AMCG. Including CHF, pre/post cardiac catheterizations, pacemakers, ablations, pre/post open heart surgery, and cardiac arrythmias. This unit also supports our stroke program, providing excellent care to patients coming in with neurological symptoms, stroke, and TIA. Our cardiac/neuro unit is an excellent unit for continuous growth with a supportive team that leads with compassion. 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 • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required within 6 months • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within 1 year of hire 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 Medical Center - Grafton a 132-bed facility is recognized as a leading destination for healthcare, offering private patient rooms, comfortable family areas, and a comprehensive selection of specialized services. Supported by a team of more than 450 Nurses, Grafton provides thoughtful amenities such as tranquil meditation gardens and a welcoming cafeteria, all designed to enhance comfort and peace of mind. With a strong focus on accessibility and advanced technology, the facility is preparing for a significant expansion, with a new patient tower scheduled to open in 2027. In addition to its core departments, Aurora Medical Center - Grafton delivers exceptional care in cardiovascular health, women’s services, orthopedics, emergency medicine, surgery, and neuroscience. The hospital’s commitment to professional development, state-of-the-art equipment, and diverse campus resources reflects its enduring tradition of compassionate, community-oriented care. Join our Grafton team today for a rewarding future in a supportive growing facility. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, twisting, and lifting throughout the workday. Must safely lift up to 35 pounds and perform patient handling tasks, including pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds and assisting with 150-pound sliding transfers. Requires functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, and fine motor skills for clinical procedures, as well as the ability to operate equipment foot controls. Must be able to respond quickly to changing patient conditions and perform patient safety interventions, including verbal de-escalation and restraints when necessary. Exposure to blood, body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, and hazardous waste may occur; appropriate protective equipment must be used. Physical Abilities Testing and additional department-specific requirements may apply. This job posting 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. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! 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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