Registered Nurse PACU

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
• Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius
• Department/Specialty: Pre-operative Services
• Schedule: Day shift l Full-time

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provide vigilant, compassionate post-anesthesia care by closely monitoring vital signs, managing acute surgical recovery, and proactively updating patients, families, and surgical teams on progress.
• Act as the essential clinical bridge between surgical services, anesthesia, and inpatient floors, facilitating clear communication to ensure every phase of the patient journey is cohesive and safe.
• Accurately execute complex physician and anesthesia orders with precision, maintaining rigorous clinical and airway management standards while keeping patient comfort and dignity front and center.
• Lead smooth, supportive transitions by assessing discharge readiness, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring patients and their caregivers are fully prepared for the next stage of recovery.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

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

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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Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provide vigilant, compassionate post-anesthesia care by closely monitoring vital signs, managing acute surgical recovery, and proactively updating patients, families, and surgical teams on progress.
• Act as the essential clinical bridge between surgical services, anesthesia, and inpatient floors, facilitating clear communication to ensure every phase of the patient journey is cohesive and safe.
• Accurately execute complex physician and anesthesia orders with precision, maintaining rigorous clinical and airway management standards while keeping patient comfort and dignity front and center.
• Lead smooth, supportive transitions by assessing discharge readiness, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring patients and their caregivers are fully prepared for the next stage of recovery.

Qualifications

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.