Registered Nurse Supervisor PACU

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PACU in Milwaukee, WI. This full-time, rotating-shift role supports postoperative care within a Catholic health system known for its comprehensive benefits.

You will coordinate patient care assignments, delegate duties to licensed and unlicensed staff, and contribute to hiring decisions while ensuring high-quality patient outcomes in a fast-paced PACU setting.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin required; BLS provider certification required.
• Prior experience in PACU or postoperative care preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for cross-disciplinary handoffs.

Responsibilities

• Determine patient care requirements and assign tasks to clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Delegate duties to appropriate team members in line with state nurse practice acts.
• Gather information from team to formulate comprehensive care plans.
• Participate in staff hiring decisions for the shift.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Critical thinking

Patient care

Education

Registered Nurse license (WI)

BLS Provider

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility: Columbia St Mary's Milwaukee

Department: PACU

Schedule: Rotating Shift | Full-Time

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 97,000+ 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

• 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

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Determine patient care requirements and subsequently develop and distribute patient care assignments for clinical/non-clinical or interdisciplinary teams, including licensed and non-licensed staff.

• Delegate suitable duties to clinical/non-clinical or interdisciplinary teams of licensed and non-licensed caregivers and support staff, in accordance with the applicable State Nurse Practice Act and based on assessed skills and abilities.

• Gather and utilize information from other members of the clinical/non-clinical or interdisciplinary team to formulate comprehensive care plans for all patients.

• Contribute to the staff hiring process for the shift by conducting interviews and offering hiring recommendations to the clinical/non-clinical leader.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• 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. Licensure is dependent on state associate works in.

Education:

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experiencerequired.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Bachelors in Nursing preferred.

• PACU or Pre and Post surgical leadership background.

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.