RN-PACU/Recovery

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

EAP program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension seeks a Registered Nurse to join the Surgery Recovery team in Milwaukee, WI. This day-shift, .9 FTE role focuses on direct post-operative care in a hospital setting at St. Joseph Hospital.

The ideal candidate will hold a Wisconsin RN license or multi-state license, with ATS/ALS and BLS requirements met within specified timelines. Diploma from an accredited nursing program is required, with opportunities for career development through Ascension programs.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Wisconsin or multi-state/Compact state
• ALS within 6 months of hire date
• BLS within 1 month of hire date
• Pediatric ALS preferred otherwise

Responsibilities

• Provide direct post-op and post-procedure care
• Follow AORN/ASPAN standards
• Monitor patient responses to treatments
• Manage pain
• Anticipate patient and procedure-specific needs

Skills

Post-operative patient care

Pain management

Vitals monitoring

Patient education

Education

Diploma from accredited nursing program

Tools

AORN/ASPAN standards

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: St. Joseph Hospital
• Specialty: Surgery Recovery
• Schedule: Day-shift, .9

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provide direct post-op and post-procedure care
• Follow AORN/ASPAN standards
• Monitor patient responses to treatments
• Manage pain
• Anticipate patient and procedure-specific needs

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / 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.

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

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 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 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.

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Min Salary: 40.41

Max Salary 57.05