Registered Nurse PACU

Your future role at a glance Location: Wichita, KS Facility: Ascension Via Christi, St Francis Department/Specialty: PACU Schedule: Weekend Option I Part‑time – Every Saturday and Sunday from 6:00am – 6:30pm with call and holiday requirements Sign‑on bonus: Up to $7,500.00 Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. 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 Paid time off (PTO) and holidays Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Employee Assistance Program with counseling, peer support, spiritual care, stress management resources Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. How you’ll make an impact in this role Lead the clinical recovery of patients emerging from anesthesia, ensuring a safe, smooth, and supportive transition from the operating room to the next level of care. Monitor and interpret patient physiological data to proactively manage pain and stability, directly improving the patient’s comfort and speed of recovery. Champion patient safety by upholding rigorous infection control and sterile standards that protect patients during their most vulnerable post‑operative moments. Anticipate and prepare for potential complications by applying your deep understanding of surgical procedures and pathophysiology to intervene before issues arise. Document the patient’s post‑operative journey with precision, ensuring the entire care team has the high‑quality data needed for seamless continuity of care. What minimum requirements you’ll need 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. Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire. What additional preferences we're seeking Critical Care Expertise: 1+ years of recent experience in an ICU or high‑acuity Critical Care environment. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension 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. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascension