Registered Nurse PACU

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Ascension Seton Northwest

Department/Specialty: PACU

Schedule: Rotating | PRN with call - 3 call shifts a month and 1 holiday a year

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.

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

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.


How you'll make an impact in this role

• Deliver direct patient care as a Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse, monitoring recovery and stabilizing patients after surgical procedures.

• Assess patient responses to anesthesia, treatments, and interventions while ensuring safe, evidence-based nursing care throughout the post-operative period.

• Manage patient pain and recovery needs using clinical judgment, quality improvement practices, and established Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse standards.

• Implement aseptic and sterile techniques according to AORN and ASPAN standards to protect patient safety and maintain high-quality direct patient care.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

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

What additional preferences we're seeking

• 1+ years of PACU/ICU/ER RN experience
• ACLS

Equal employment opportunity employer


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Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care as a Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse, monitoring recovery and stabilizing patients after surgical procedures.

• Assess patient responses to anesthesia, treatments, and interventions while ensuring safe, evidence-based nursing care throughout the post-operative period.

• Manage patient pain and recovery needs using clinical judgment, quality improvement practices, and established Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse standards.

• Implement aseptic and sterile techniques according to AORN and ASPAN standards to protect patient safety and maintain high-quality direct patient care.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

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