PACU RN - Day/PRN, High-Acuity Care (Austin)

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

EAP and counseling

Spiritual care resources

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an experienced PACU RN to provide expert post-anesthesia care at Ascension Seton Southwest in Austin, TX. You will work day shifts, PRN options, and participate in high-acuity recovery in a Level 1 surgical setting.

Responsibilities include managing pain, monitoring physiologic responses, and ensuring safe patient transitions while adhering to AORN/ASPAN standards and aseptic practice.

Qualifications

• RN credentialed with Texas Board of Nursing or equivalent
• ACLS or BLS certification required within specified timelines
• Diploma or higher from an accredited nursing program

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care for high-acuity post-anesthesia patients following aseptic technique
• Assess physiological responses to anesthesia and surgery and anticipate needs and complications
• Implement aggressive pain management and interventions for stabilization during recovery
• Monitor patient stability in a Level 1 surgical setting and facilitate safe transitions in a high-volume environment

Skills

RN

Critical care

PACU

AORN/ASPAN standards

Patient advocacy

Education

Nursing Diploma/Degree

Job description

Ascension is seeking an experienced PACU RN to provide expert post-anesthesia care at Ascension Seton Southwest in Austin, TX. You will work day shifts, PRN options, and participate in high-acuity recovery in a Level 1 surgical setting.

Responsibilities include managing pain, monitoring physiologic responses, and ensuring safe patient transitions while adhering to AORN/ASPAN standards and aseptic practice.