Ascension·Wichita, Kansas
Lead the clinical recovery of patients emerging from anesthesia and monitor physiological data to manage pain and stability. Ensure patient safety through rigorous infection control and precise documentation of the post-operative journey.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
What additional requirements you'll need
Critical
Care
Expertise: 1+ years of recent experience in an ICU or high-acuity Critical Care environment to ensure patient safety in complex scenarios.
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 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. Equal employment opportunity employer 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.
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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Requires a Registered Nurse license from the Kansas Board of Nursing and BLS/ALS certifications. A diploma from an accredited nursing school is required, with a preference for PALS and 1+ years of ICU or high-acuity critical care experience.
Market context
Registered Nurse PACU roles in Kansas are often competitive because employers look for a current Kansas RN credential, BLS and ACLS, and prefer PALS plus critical care experience. This role can stand out for candidates who are comfortable with post-anesthesia monitoring, rapid assessment, and patient safety in a fast-paced recovery setting. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review details faster before applying.
