Registered Nurse PACU

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Pensacola, FL

• Facility: Studer Family Children's Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart

• Department: Surgery Recovery Room

• Schedule: Day Shift | PRN

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How you'll make an impact in this role

• Follows aseptic sterile technique according to Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses / American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (AORN/ASPAN) standards.

• Evaluates patient's responses to treatments and interventions.

• Manages patient's pain.

• Anticipates case-specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Florida. Credentialed from State Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Graduate of a Registered Nursing program required.

Work Experience:

• One year of experience as a Staff Registered Nurse is required.

• Previous experience in a critical care or PACU setting is preferred.

Additional Preferences

• Minimum of 2 years pediatric experience.

• Previous PACU experience.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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 99,000+ 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.

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Min Salary: 36.37

Max Salary 51.35