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PACU RN - Weekend Only Program

ThedaCare · Neenah, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This is a weekend-only program in Neenah. Why does that schedule work for you, and how will you keep it up over time?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to every weekend long term, since weekend programs fail when people burn out on them.

How do you stay connected with your weekday colleagues and keep up with changes on the unit?

What they are checking: Whether they take responsibility for staying informed rather than missing updates because of their schedule.

Tell me about a time you recognized a complication early after surgery.

What they are checking: Sharp assessment and whether they act on subtle signs rather than waiting for a clear crisis.

What would you do

Weekends often bring add-on and emergency cases with a smaller team. How does that change the way you work in PACU?

What they are checking: Comfort with sicker, less predictable patients and fewer people to call on than a weekday shift.

You are the only PACU nurse on a weekend evening and a second case is finishing. How do you plan ahead?

What they are checking: Anticipation and early communication with the OR and house supervisor to avoid unsafe double assignments.

A patient going to the floor seems fine to you, but something feels off. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they trust their clinical instinct enough to hold the patient and reassess before transfer.

About the work

A trauma patient comes to PACU after an emergency surgery and is still unstable. What do you focus on first?

What they are checking: Priorities for unstable post-op patients, including airway, bleeding, perfusion and fast communication with the surgeon.

Walk me through how you assess a patient's airway and breathing when they first arrive from the OR.

What they are checking: A systematic first assessment that catches problems from anesthesia before they become emergencies.

How do you manage a patient who received a nerve block and is now telling you their pain is a ten?

What they are checking: Thinking through block failure, other pain sources and options without simply giving more opioids.

What do you do if a patient has a reaction to a reversal agent or antiemetic you gave?

What they are checking: Knowledge of common PACU medications and their side effects, and quick recognition of adverse reactions.

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The full job description

As published by ThedaCare.

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare. Benefits , with a whole-person approach to wellness – • Lifestyle Engagement • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support • Access & Affordability • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare About ThedaCare! Summary : The RN Clinical Nurse provides patient-centered, specialized, evidence-based nursing care across the continuum through an interprofessional approach to treatment, research, education, and advocacy. Contributes to the goals of the department by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate and safe care within the scope of practice as defined by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and ThedaCare policy. Through collaborative practice with members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Furthers the professional practice of nursing at ThedaCare by promoting a culture of innovation and a commitment to growth and professional development. Job Description: SCHEDULE: • Weekend Premium included in wage • (2) 12-hour shifts from 7a-7p • Call required 1x during weekdays • Call response time 30 minutes UNIT DETAILS (Prep/PACU-Neenah Hospital): This RN would be prepping for surgical and procedural cases, caring for patient and families while focusing on safety and customer experience. Recovering patients post anesthesia, focusing again on safety, and then either discharging or transferring to another level of care. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Utilizes the nursing process, evidence-based practice, and specific competencies to assess the physical condition and nursing needs of patients, and develops a plan of care in a collaborative practice with the patient and interprofessional team. • Plans for the care needs of the patient in collaboration with the interprofessional team to provide the highest quality of care and clinical outcomes. • Demonstrates clinical expertise in the provision of care in the clinical specialty assigned, and performs all functions of the professional clinical nurse (RN), which are age appropriate, developmentally sensitive, and culturally specific. • Identifies ways to improve the patient’s experience of care, streamline care processes, and lower costs while promoting quality to improve patient, family, and team member satisfaction. • Contributes to a professional environment that encourages mentoring, engagement, and development to retain expert clinicians. • Provides consultation and maintains positive relationships with physicians and other interprofessional team members, collaborating to problem solve and improve patient care. • Demonstrates, anticipates, and proactively manages risk to prevent crises. 8. Performs skillfully in life threatening emergencies, matching demands and resources during crises situations. QUALIFICATIONS: • Current Wisconsin RN Licensure • American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) • BSN Completion: Upon hire, any non-BSN nurse with less than one (1) year of licensed Registered Nurse experience will be required to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within five (5) years of hire. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance • Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock • Occasional high noise level in work environment • Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time • Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed • Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents • Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Scheduled FTE: 0.6 Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Neenah - Neenah,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt: No Worker Shift Details: Variable

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