Registered Nurse PACU Recovery

JOB DESCRIPTION

Your future role at a glance

Location: Derby, KS
Facility: Via Christi St. Peter
Specialty: PACU
Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Lead the clinical recovery of patients emerging from anesthesia, ensuring a safe, smooth, and supportive transition from the operating room to the next level of care.
Monitor and interpret patient physiological data to proactively manage pain and stability, directly improving the patient's comfort and speed of recovery.
Champion patient safety by upholding rigorous infection control and sterile standards that protect patients during their most vulnerable post-operative moments.
Anticipate and prepare for potential complications by applying your deep understanding of surgical procedures and pathophysiology to intervene before issues arise.
Document the patient's post-operative journey with precision, ensuring the entire care team has the high-quality data needed for seamless continuity of care.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s):
- Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- One or more of the following:
  - 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 obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences:

Critical Care Expertise: 1+ years of recent experience in an ICU or high-acuity Critical Care environment to ensure patient safety in complex scenarios.

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Apply Now Save job Join a supportive team where your passion for holistic healing creates meaningful patient connections every day. You will implement personalized care plans, advocate for patient needs and coordinate seamlessly across disciplines to drive exceptional outcomes Provide critical post-operative care for anesthetized patients in a safety-focused environment. You will manage complex clinical needs, maintain sterile protocols and champion comfort during recovery. Provide specialized, critical post-anesthesia care in a calm, supportive environment focused on one-on-one healing. You will monitor vital signs, manage complex recovery symptoms and ensure safe transitions from surgery. Join a supportive healthcare team dedicated to honoring each patient's physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. You will lead comprehensive care plans, coordinate multidisciplinary specialists and adapt treatment to deliver seamless direct nursing care. Step into a collaborative nursing leadership role where your guidance empowers a supportive care team to deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care every shift. You will direct shift operations, assign and educate nursing staff and manage daily unit resources to ensure clinical excellence

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