Registered Nurse PACU

We Are Hiring

Location: Middleburg, FL

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital

Department: PACU Recovery

Schedule: Day shift | PRN

What You Will Do

Provide direct, specialized nursing care for patients recovering from anesthesia in the immediate post-operative period.

Follow aseptic sterile techniques strictly adhering to standard AORN and ASPAN guidelines.

Evaluate patient responses to treatments and manage post-procedural pain effectively.

Anticipate case-specific clinical needs based on the surgical procedure and patient pathophysiology.

Monitor patient stability and adjust interventions dynamically to ensure a safe post-anesthesia recovery.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s)

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Florida Department of Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• One or more of the following:
• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• ADVLIFSUP certification accepted in lieu of BLS

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required. ASN or BSN preferred.

Work Experience

• Previous PACU experience preferred.
• Critical Care experience required.

Additional Preferences

• 1 year of experience in PACU, ED, or ICU

Why Join Our Team

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.

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Benefits

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.