Registered Nurse PACU
Ascension
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Description
Guide Patients Through Post-Surgical Recovery: Deliver expert, direct nursing care across the recovery continuum, safely managing patients as they emerge from anesthesia in accordance with our trusted hospital protocols.
Provide Critical Vigilance & Clear Communication: Closely monitor, record, and interpret patient conditions during the vital post-operative window, executing physician orders with precision and serving as a calming, vital link for families and the surgical team.
Coordinate Safe, Smooth Transitions: Act as the central coordinator across medical disciplines on an as-needed basis, balancing immediate clinical stability with comprehensive discharge planning to ensure patients are safely prepared for their next phase of healing or return home.
Qualifications
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.
Work Experience:
- 1 year of experience required.
Additional Preference
- PACU experience
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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's PACU position in Chicago offers direct patient care during one of the most critical phases of the surgical journey. You'll manage patients emerging from anesthesia, monitor their vital signs and recovery progress, and communicate closely with physicians and families to ensure safe transitions through the post-operative window. The role demands clinical precision, calm presence under pressure, and the ability to coordinate across the surgical team as patients move toward discharge or the next level of care.
This is a full-time, in-office role requiring a current Illinois RN license and BLS certification (obtainable within 30 days of hire). You'll need at least one year of nursing experience, though prior PACU experience is preferred. Ascension, a large nonprofit Catholic health system, emphasizes a supportive culture and positions itself as a Military-Friendly employer with recognition among top healthcare workplaces.
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