Registered Nurse PACU/Recovery

Location: Brookfield, WI

Facility: Elmbrook Memorial Hospital

Department: PACU

Schedule: Rotating shift | Full-time

Life at Ascension

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

• 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

• Provide direct nursing care for anesthetized patients in the immediate post‑operative or post‑procedural period.
• Follow aseptic sterile technique according to AORN/ASPAN standards.
• Evaluate patients’ responses to treatments and interventions.
• Manage patients’ pain.
• Anticipate case‑specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology.

Minimum Requirements

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date (or a current home‑state license if from a multi‑state/Compact state).
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) obtained within 180 days of hire (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• BLS Provider obtained within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing or required professional licensure at time of hire.