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Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate - Med/Surg Ortho Trauma

Advocate Health · Summit, WI

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time in clinicals or a prior job when you noticed something wasn't right with a patient before it became an emergency.

early recognition of deterioration and willingness to escalate, a core new-grad safety concern

Tell me about a time you had to work closely with other disciplines, like PT, case management, or physicians, to get a patient ready for discharge.

collaboration skills needed on a unit built around coordinated post-op and trauma recovery

Describe a moment when you had to give a family member difficult news or manage their frustration about a patient's care.

composure and communication skills with families during stressful hospital stays

Tell me about a time you made a mistake or almost made one in a clinical setting. What did you do next?

honesty, self-awareness, and whether they understand a just-culture approach to error reporting

What does patient-centered care mean to you when you're managing a full assignment and running behind?

whether compassion holds up under realistic time pressure, not just as an interview answer

Tell me about a time you asked for help or clarification from a preceptor or more experienced nurse instead of guessing.

whether the new grad has the humility and judgment to seek support rather than act alone

Technical

What do you watch for in the first 24 to 48 hours after a hip or knee replacement that would worry you?

baseline clinical knowledge of post-op ortho complications like DVT, compartment syndrome, or fat embolism

How would you assess and manage pain in a trauma patient who also has a history of opioid use?

ability to balance effective pain control with safety and nonjudgmental care

What's your understanding of neurovascular checks, and when would you escalate a change you find?

specific clinical skill directly tied to ortho trauma monitoring

Situational

Walk me through how you would prioritize care for four post-op ortho patients at the start of your night shift, one of whom just came back from surgery two hours ago.

whether the candidate can apply basic prioritization frameworks like ABCs and post-op risk despite limited real-world experience

A patient who had hip surgery yesterday is refusing to get out of bed for their first walk with PT. How do you handle that conversation?

patient education skills and comfort managing resistance without being punitive or passive

You're covering six patients and two of them need something at the same time, one wants pain medication and the other's IV pump is alarming. What do you do first and why?

real-time triage judgment and honesty about time-management limits as a new nurse

How do you handle working nights, every third weekend, with rotating holidays, especially early in your career?

realistic expectations about the schedule and unit demands

If a patient became agitated or combative and verbal de-escalation wasn't working, what would you do next?

awareness of safety protocols and comfort with restraint procedures when necessary

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Department: 35809 AMC Summit - Med Surg: IU 2nd Floor Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 0.9 FTE Nights RN - 1900-0730, Every third weekend, alternating holidays Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg 2 Ortho Trauma Unit Summit, WI, United States 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: Join our med/surg 2 unit where will care for a variety of medical and post-operative care patients with an emphasis on post-op ortho patients and trauma care patients. MS2 ortho/trauma offers a collaborative and supportive team setting and exceptional learning environment for both newly licensed and experienced RNs. 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 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 – Summit offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for professionals seeking meaningful work. With a 117-bed facility staffed by over 260 nurses, Summit delivers state-of-the-art care in a thoughtfully designed space that puts comfort, safety, and privacy first. Here, collaboration and respect shape a workplace culture where every voice matters and teamwork thrives. Teammates are part of a team that puts patient empowerment at the forefront, allowing families and friends to support loved ones during the healing process. Aurora Medical Center-Summit provides comprehensive medical services, including 24/7 emergency care, on-site specialists, and advanced facilities such as a Level II Trauma Center, Brain & Spine Center, Bariatric Surgery, Stroke Care, Advanced Robotics, Women’s Services, and a Cancer Center. Our teammates enjoy opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuous learning, along with competitive benefits and a focus on work-life balance. If you’re seeking a workplace where convenience, comfort, and world-class care are core values—and where you can truly make a difference—Aurora Medical Center – Summit is an exceptional choice. 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 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. 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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