PACU RN – Post-Anesthesia Care Specialist

ISONG; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Free scrubs with laundry service

Free meals

PTO

401(k) retirement plan with 4% match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital in Altoona, WI is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality post-anesthesia care. This 0.6 FTE position (24 hours per week) requires monitoring, pain management, and rapid response to post-operative needs.

A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered with an application deadline of 10/30/2026. Responsibilities include establishing a professional, compassionate care approach, documenting assessments in the medical record, and coordinating with anesthesia and

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program is required.
• Current licensure in the State of Wisconsin is required.
• BLS certification is required upon hire.
• ACLS and PALS certification must be obtained within six months of hire.
• Prior PACU, CCU, or ER nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients recovering from anesthesia in the PACU.
• Continuously monitor vitals, airway, and pain levels; respond to changes.
• Administer prescribed medications for pain, nausea, and post-op symptoms.
• Educate patients and families on postoperative care and recovery expectations.
• Document care and patient responses in the medical record accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with anesthesia, surgical teams, and inpatient unit for safe handoffs and transitions.

Skills

Medical Terminology

EMR systems

HIPAA compliance

English communication

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Tools

Job description

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital in Altoona, WI is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality post-anesthesia care. This 0.6 FTE position (24 hours per week) requires monitoring, pain management, and rapid response to post-operative needs.

A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered with an application deadline of 10/30/2026. Responsibilities include establishing a professional, compassionate care approach, documenting assessments in the medical record, and coordinating with anesthesia and