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Registered Nurse (RN) - Recruitment Event Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center Milwaukee WI

Advocate Health · Milwaukee, WI

Posted Sep 17, 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 noticed a patient's condition was changing before the monitors or anyone else caught it. What did you do?

whether the candidate has real bedside assessment skills and acts on clinical instinct rather than waiting for instructions

Tell me about a time you had to speak up to a physician or a more experienced nurse because you disagreed with a plan of care.

willingness to advocate for patients despite hierarchy, which the posting frames as 'leading with purpose and boldness'

How do you stay organized and keep from missing something during a 12-hour shift with an every-third-weekend rotation?

realistic self-awareness about the demands of the actual schedule being hired for

Tell me about a time you made a medication error or came close to one. What happened and what did you change afterward?

honesty and accountability around patient safety, plus whether they learn from mistakes

How do you approach patient and family education, especially when someone doesn't understand or doesn't want to follow the plan of care?

communication skill and patience, since the role emphasizes 'best patient experience across the continuum'

For new grads: what part of your clinical rotations felt closest to what you'd be doing here, and what part still makes you nervous?

self-awareness and honesty about readiness, since the event specifically welcomes new and December grads

What does teamwork look like to you on a unit where you're relying on techs, charge nurses, and other RNs to get through a shift?

fit with a Magnet facility's team-based care model and whether they see nursing as collaborative rather than solo work

Tell me about a time you had to give a really difficult update to a patient's family.

emotional composure and communication skill in high-stakes moments common in cardiac and telemetry units

Technical

What do you know about reading a telemetry strip, and what rhythms would make you call the provider right away?

baseline clinical knowledge for a cardiac-heavy unit like St. Luke's

Situational

Walk me through how you'd prioritize your patients at the start of a 12-hour shift if you're assigned five med-surg telemetry patients, one of whom just came back from a procedure.

ability to organize care and triage competing demands under a realistic patient load

If a patient starts to become agitated and combative, what steps would you take before things escalate to a physical intervention?

comfort with de-escalation and safety protocols given the physical restraint requirement listed in the posting

What would you do if you were floated to a unit you weren't familiar with, like inpatient rehab or cardiac surgical step down, in the middle of a busy shift?

flexibility and comfort working across the different units this event is hiring for

If you had two patients needing attention at the same time and no one else was immediately available, how would you decide what to do first?

judgment under pressure and understanding of clinical urgency versus task completion

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • Full-time and part-time openings • Second shift, night shift and weekend program availability • 3x12-hour shift for full-time openings • Every 3rd weekend rotation • 50% holiday coverage requirement Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 • Where: Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - Address 2900 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215 •   When  10/1 from 9 am- 2 pm • Employment Opportunities: New Grads and Experienced Registered Nurses • Register to join us at: candidatehub.aah.org/flows/aurora-health-st-lukes-rn-nursing-assistant-hiring-event-w8cx7imlq Join us at Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - A SIX times designated Magnet facility to learn about exciting opportunities in multiple areas including: • Medical Surgical Telemetry • Cardiac Medical Telemetry • Medical Telemetry Observation - Extension to ED • Cardiac Surgical Step Down • Cardiac Advanced Heart Failure & Electrophysiology • Medical Surgical Ortho • Inpatient Rehab 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. How You’ll Contribute: • 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. What We Are 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 and ACLS • New Grads and December grads WELCOME! • 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.   " I have had a wonderful experience working here. The company genuinely cares about it's employees, offers great compensation, and provides thorough training from the start. The training helped me feel confident and successful in my role. This is by far the best organization I have worked for."   Amy, RN Aurora Health Care Why Nurses choose Aurora Health Care: Aurora Health Care, part of 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 within the position’s 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 Education and Growth Opportunities: • Tuition assistance; $5,250 per year for full-time, $2,625 per year part-time • Continuing education; $1,500 for full-time, part-time and PRN teammates • Loan Support Program in most areas up to $21, 000 • Clear professional development pathways and advancement opportunities • Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus for select nursing positions. Eligibility varies by role and department and is subject to company guidelines. Your recruiter can provide details about current bonus opportunities and eligibility requirements. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. • Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines. • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed. • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. • Physical Abilities Testing may be required. • Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader. 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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