Registered Nurse PACU at Ascension

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

56.11

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Post-Anesthesia Recovery, Clinical Assessment, Pain Management Protocols, Patient Monitoring, Discharge Planning, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Pre-surgical Prep, Critical Care Nursing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Your future role at a glance Location: Chicago, IL Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph Department: Ambulatory Surgery Schedule: Rotating shift | Full-time Salary: $39.75 - 56.11 per hour 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. 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 Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Drive Complete Continuum of Care (Pre & Post-Op): Seamlessly transition between prepping patients for surgery by validating clinical assessments, managing charts, and easing pre-surgical anxiety, to guiding them through immediate post-anesthesia recovery using evidence-based protocols. Act as a Critical, Vigilant Communicator: Monitor and record patient conditions dynamically during the vulnerable post-op window, precisely executing physician orders, managing pain protocols, and serving as a calming, reassuring bridge of communication for families. Lead Multidisciplinary Care & Smooth Transitions: Serve as the central hub of the surgical care journey, collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and floor nurses to coordinate seamless interdisciplinary workflows, culminating in comprehensive discharge planning for a safe transition home. 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 Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire. What additional preferences we're seeking Bachelors in Nursing 1 year of RN experience 1 year of critical care experience 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. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Responsibilities

Manage the complete continuum of care for surgical patients, from pre-operative preparation to immediate post-anesthesia recovery. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure safe patient transitions and discharge.