Clinical Nurse Leader role in the Surgery/OR department at Elmbrook Memorial Hospital (Ascension), working full-time day shift on-site in Brookfield, WI. You’ll lead and coordinate complex perioperative patient care with a focus on improving outcomes, patient satisfaction, and reducing hospital-acquired conditions. Standout perk: extensive benefits including Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare) and employer-matched 403(b).
- Day shift, full-time schedule
- Ascension-paid tuition and reimbursement
- Employer-matched 403(b) retirement
Your future role at a glance
Location
Brookfield, WIFacility: Elmbrook Memorial Hospital
Department: Surgery
Schedule: Day Shift | Full-Time
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role
- Utilize knowledge, experience, and research to impact patient outcomes.
- Increase patient satisfaction, enhance and minimize nursing sensitive measures.
- Reduce hospital acquired conditions and increase patient education.
- Demonstrate leadership, experience and creative approaches in the management of complex patient care.
- Coordinate care for diverse patient populations in a cost effective manner.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
- Clinical Nurse Leader certification issued by the Commission of Nurse Certification (CNC) preferred.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required and Master's degree required.
What additional preferences we're seeking
- 5 years minimum experience in the OR
- CNOR preferred
- Master's degree required.
Equal employment opportunity employer
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