Registered Nurse PACU

Your Future Role At A GlanceLocation: Milwaukee, WIFacility: Columbia St Mary's MilwaukeeDepartment: PACU Recovery RoomSchedule: Night shift | Part-timeHow You'll Make An Impact In This RoleFollow aseptic sterile technique according to Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses / American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (AORN/ASPAN) standards.Evaluate patient's responses to treatments and interventions.Manage patient's pain.Anticipate case-specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology.What Minimum Requirements You'll NeedLicensure / Certification / Registration: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.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.Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Education:Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire required.Additional Preferences:One year of RN experienceBenefits That Help You ThriveComprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insuranceTime to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreLife At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets OpportunityAscension 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.Equal employment opportunity employerAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 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Please click here for more information.Build personalized, cross-continuum care plans that align hospital treatment with individual recovery goals, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care execution. Join a supportive care management team dedicated to bridging the gap between hospital and home. You will create personalized care plans. Elevate patient care by guiding individuals through their recovery journey and ensuring access to the essential resources they need post-discharge. In this vital role, you will partner with clinical professionals and families to optimize medical necessity, eliminate logistical hurdles, and drive high-quality care transitions. Coordinates the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for patients from admission to discharge for the Case Management department. Provides direct nursing care for anesthetized patients in the immediate post-operative or post-procedural period. Join a supportive nursing environment dedicated to safe, compassionate post-anesthesia recovery. You will monitor patient status, deliver expert pain management and maintain a sterile healing space.