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Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Advocate Health · Green Bay, WI

Posted Sep 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time a patient's airway or breathing became a problem while they were waking up from anesthesia. What did you do?

hands-on experience managing airway emergencies and staying calm under pressure

Tell me about a time you caught a mistake or a near-miss before it reached the patient.

attention to detail and willingness to speak up in a high-risk environment

Tell me about a family member or patient who was anxious or difficult before surgery. How did you get them settled?

communication skills and ability to build trust quickly with strangers under stress

Describe a shift where you had a full bay of recovering patients and not enough hands. How did you keep everyone safe?

workload management and teamwork with CNAs and LPNs during high census

Technical

Walk me through how you assess a patient right when they arrive in PACU from the OR.

whether the candidate has a structured, safety-first handoff and initial assessment process

How do you decide when a patient meets discharge criteria and is safe to move to the next phase of care?

knowledge of PACU discharge scoring systems like Aldrete and clinical judgment beyond a checklist

What is your approach to managing a patient's post-op pain when they have a history of opioid tolerance or substance use?

clinical nuance around pain management and multimodal approaches

What's your experience with PALS or caring for pediatric patients coming out of anesthesia, and are you comfortable getting that certification within six months if you don't already have it?

honesty about current certification gaps and willingness to meet requirements on a timeline

Situational

Say you have a patient who is unexpectedly hypotensive and another patient in the bay is spiking pain to a 9 out of 10 at the same time. How do you handle both?

prioritization skills and comfort managing more than one acute situation at once

How do you communicate with the surgeon or anesthesia provider when something isn't going the way you expected in recovery?

comfort escalating concerns and closed-loop communication with physicians

This unit runs preop through PACU through discharge, and you might float between the East and Main locations. How do you adjust when you're pulled into a phase of care you weren't expecting to work that day?

flexibility and ability to function across the full perianesthesia continuum

You're on call overnight and get a callback. Walk me through what you do from the moment your phone rings to getting to the unit.

reliability and understanding of the 30-minute call response expectation

What would you do if you noticed a colleague was cutting corners on a safety check, like verifying anesthesia orders or monitoring vitals?

integrity and willingness to hold peers accountable for patient safety

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Department: 37748 BayCare Leased Employees - Perianesthesia Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • Four 9-hour shifts per week • Variable start times typically between 0900-1100 • On call 1-2 shifts overnight every 6 weeks, 3-4 weekends per year, and 1 holiday every other year. • 30-minute call response time required. Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Perianesthesia 2845 Greenbrier Road, Green Bay, WI 54311 Where You Will Work: Perianesthesia at ABMC operates in two dedicated locations within the hospital: East , located on the first floor, and Main , situated on the second floor. Each unit functions independently and delivers comprehensive, high-quality care across all three phases: Preoperative, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Discharge. Our multidisciplinary team includes Registered Nurses (RNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), all working collaboratively with ABMC physicians and Anesthesia providers. Together, we are committed to delivering exceptional and compassionate care to every patient. Our goal is to ensure safe, seamless, and patient-centered care throughout the surgical and procedural journey. We’re Looking For: • Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing • Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association • ACLS upon completion of orientation • PALS certification within 6 months of hire. What You’ll Do: • As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. • Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a full-service tertiary care hospital; part of a joint venture of Aurora Health Care and BayCare Clinic. A nationally recognized health care provider, we are committed to providing high-quality health care using the latest in medical technology to help all people live fully. The hospital is nationally ranked for adult specialties, and our maternity care has earned national recognition. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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