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Registered Nurse (RN) - STAT ICU Services

Advocate Health · Grafton, WI

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Walk me through the last time you responded to a code or a rapid response called on a unit outside your own. What did you see when you walked in, and what did you do first?

whether the candidate has real experience leading in the first chaotic minutes of an emergency, not just following orders once a team forms

Tell me about a mass transfusion protocol you were part of. What was your role, and what almost went wrong?

hands-on familiarity with high-acuity, low-frequency protocols and honesty about near misses

Describe a patient in respiratory failure or post cardiovascular surgery where things declined quickly. What were the early signs you caught, and what did you do before calling the physician?

clinical judgment and pattern recognition specific to this unit's actual patient population

Tell me about a time you disagreed with an intensivist or physician about a patient's plan of care. How did you raise it, and what happened?

whether they can advocate for a patient respectfully within a hierarchy that includes an on-site intensivist

With this schedule you're splitting time between the STAT role and a regular ICU assignment, working nights, weekends, and rotating holidays. How have you managed a schedule like this before, and what made it work or not work?

realistic self-assessment of stamina and reliability for a demanding, irregular shift pattern rather than a rehearsed answer

Technical

What's your process for monitoring inpatients across the house using Epic when you're not physically at the bedside?

practical fluency with remote monitoring tools and whether they understand the limits of chart-based surveillance versus eyes-on assessment

How do you decide when a rapid response needs to escalate to a full code, and who makes that call with you?

depth of ACLS-level decision making and comfort owning escalation rather than waiting for someone else to decide

What does a sliding transfer of a 150-pound patient actually look like for you in practice, and what do you do if you don't have enough hands available?

awareness of safe patient handling protocols and willingness to ask for help rather than risk injury

Situational

You're the STAT nurse and you get called to a stroke alert on a med-surg floor while you're also carrying an ICU patient assignment. How do you handle that split second decision about your own patient?

how they triage competing responsibilities and whether they have a plan for handing off or covering their assigned patient safely

A house supervisor calls you to a rapid response on a unit whose staff you don't know well, and the bedside nurse seems defensive about calling for help. How do you work with that nurse in the moment?

interpersonal skill under stress with staff who may feel judged, since STAT nurses parachute into other teams' territory constantly

You're rounding house-wide and find a patient who doesn't meet criteria for a rapid response yet but something feels off to you. What do you do?

trust in clinical intuition and willingness to act on a gut read without hard criteria backing them up

If a family member becomes agitated or aggressive during a code or rapid response, how do you handle the room while still running the clinical situation?

ability to manage bystanders and de-escalate without losing focus on the patient, tying to the posting's mention of verbal de-escalation

With only one year of ICU experience required for this role, what do you think you still need to grow into before you'd feel confident running a STAT response solo?

self-awareness about the gap between minimum qualifications and true readiness, and honesty rather than overconfidence

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Department: 34519 AMC Grafton - Critical Care: IU 2nd Floor ICU Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • STAT RN - the STAT ICU RN is an experienced ICU RN that responds to medical emergencies throughout the hospital; including Stroke alerts, Cardiac Arrests, Rapid Responses, Mass Transfusions, etc. In addition, will monitors inpatients utilizing Epic resources, rounds house-wide on units, and collaborates with the House Supervisor. • .9 FTE Nights 1800-0600 • 0.3-0.6 in STAT RN role, 0.3-0.6 in ICU Registered Nurse role • 48 hours of weekend shifts per 6-week schedule • Rotating holidays, approximately 2 per year • Minimum of 1 year RN ICU experience • A sign-on bonus is available to applicants who have not received a sign-on bonus from the company for another role within the past 24 months. Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 STAT Registered Nurse (RN) –Intensive Care Services Grafton, WI, United States Where You Will Work: The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) offers a collaborative space where Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and Health Unit Coordinators work side by side, supporting one another to provide the best care possible. The team is further strengthened by having a dedicated Intensivist on-site around the clock and skilled Respiratory Therapy professionals available to help manage complex cases. Patient population include cardiovascular surgery, sepsis, respiratory failure, general surgery, and others.  Department leadership includes a manager, an educator, and a cardiovascular coordinator, staff benefit from strong leadership and opportunities for professional growth. The department features 17 private rooms, ensuring comfort and privacy for both patients and caregivers. Those joining the ICU can expect an environment that values teamwork, learning, and high-quality care, with 6 week scheduling  and self scheduling practices.  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 or within 6 months. • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or within 6 months. 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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