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Faith Health

RN-PACU

Norfolk, NE · On-site

Department: PACU | Reports To: RN Manager-PACU The mission of Faith Health is to serve Christ by providing all people with exemplary medical services in an environment of love and care. Summary: The ...

Sidney Regional Medical Center

PACU RN

Sidney, NE

We are currently pursuing a skilled and compassionate full-time Registered Nurse to join our PACU team in Surgery. At SRMC, our patients are our number one priority. We aim to provide extraordinary ...

Columbus Community Hospital, Inc.

RN-PACU

Columbus, NE · On-site

Registered Nurse - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Schedules Available: * Full-Time (36 hrs/week): 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. * Part Time (24 hrs/wk): 7:30a-4p, 8 ...

Medlivo

Travel PACU/PreOp Registered Nurse

Omaha, NE · On-site

Medlivo is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska. & Requirements * Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN ...

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RN - Pre/Post Surgery Nurse

Chadron, NE · On-site

Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit (PACU) RN works under supervision of the Director of Surgery and the CRNA. The immediate post-anesthesia phase presents many complex challenges that require special ...

Talented Medical Solutions

OR Circulator RN

Valentine, NE · On-site

$2.8K - $2.9K/wk

C-Sections * RN responsible for PACU recovery during call Pay * $72 - $74 per hour * Weekly Pay: $2,880 - $2,960/week Required Credentials * Active RN License required * BLS Certification required

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How much do pacu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average weekly pay for pacu rn in Nebraska is $2,216.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,742.31 and $2,657.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a PACU RN Do?

As a PACU RN, your responsibilities are to monitor post-anesthesia care unit patients and ensure they recover properly from anesthesia after inpatient or outpatient surgeries or procedures. PACU RNs have a range of post-operative duties, including checking and changing bandages, administering post-operative medications, such as painkillers or antibiotics, and providing patients and their families with information about care after they leave the recovery room. PACU RNs address any issues with recovery and collaborate with physicians or surgeons whenever necessary.

What are PACU RNs?

PACU RNs, or Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurses, are specialized nurses who care for patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery or other medical procedures. They monitor vital signs, manage pain, and watch for complications as patients wake up from anesthesia. PACU RNs work closely with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure patients transition safely from surgery to recovery. Their role is critical in identifying and addressing any immediate post-operative needs or emergencies.

What is the difference between Pacu Rn vs Cardiovascular Technologist?

AspectPacu RnCardiovascular Technologist
CertificationsRN license, Pacu certificationRegistered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), certification varies
Work EnvironmentPost-anesthesia recovery units, hospitalsCatheterization labs, surgical settings
Industry UsageHospitals, outpatient surgery centersCardiology departments, hospitals

Both Pacu Rn and Cardiovascular Technologists work in hospital settings, focusing on cardiac procedures. Pacu Rns primarily assist in post-anesthesia recovery, while Cardiovascular Technologists support invasive cardiac procedures. The key differences lie in certifications and specific roles, but both are vital in cardiac care teams.

What are some common challenges faced by PACU RNs during patient recovery, and how can they be managed?

PACU RNs often encounter challenges such as managing patients with varying levels of consciousness, rapidly assessing vital signs, and responding to complications like airway obstruction or pain. Quick decision-making and effective communication with anesthesiologists and surgeons are essential. Staying organized, utilizing monitoring protocols, and maintaining a calm environment can help manage these challenges while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PACU RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PACU RN, you need strong knowledge of post-anesthesia care, patient assessment, and acute care nursing, supported by an active RN license and often ACLS and PALS certifications. Familiarity with monitoring equipment, electronic health records (EHRs), and pain management protocols is essential. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring patient safety, rapid response to complications, and effective teamwork during the critical recovery phase after surgery.
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Infographic showing various Pacu Rn job openings in Nebraska as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 3% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 29% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $115,261 per year, or $55.4 per hour.

RN-PACU

Faith Health

Norfolk, NE • On-site

Other

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Work Status Details: PRN | 0.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Exempt from Overtime: Non-Exempt
Shift Details: 8/12 hr shifts. Preop, postop, PACU, & Preadmit testing care of patients.
Department: PACU | Reports To: RN Manager-PACU
The mission of Faith Health is to serve Christ by providing all people with exemplary medical services in an environment of love and care.
Summary:
The registered nurse (RN) is a professional nurse under the supervision and direction of the department manager/director. The RN works within the state defined scope of practice and adheres to department and hospital policies/procedures and regulatory requirements.
The PACU RN utilizes nursing process for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patients. The care delivered is individualized and goal directed. The RN is responsible for the supervision of delegated tasks. The RN works cohesively and collaboratively with providers and other interdisciplinary health care team members to provide high quality and safe care.
The listing of job duties contained in this job description is not all inclusive. Each unit/job is unique and may include other tasks or duties that are specific to the unit and will be included as part of orientation. Duties may be added or subtracted at any time due to the needs of the organization.
Responsibilities:
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrates ability to appropriately modify approach and procedures to meet needs of age/diversity of population served for the following age groups:
☒ Neonate (birth - 28 days)
☒ Infant (29 days - less than 1 year)
☒ Pediatric/Child (1 year - 12 years)
☒ Adolescent (12 years - 18 years)
☒ Adult (18 years - 65 years)
☒ Geriatric (over 65 years)
    • Incorporates cultural considerations in the provisions of care.
    • Knowledge of growth and developmental stages.
    • Considers life changes/effects on health beliefs and behaviors.
    • Provides necessary safety measures.
    • Provides information and involves family/caregiver in decision making.

2. RNs assigned to direct patient care:
    • Conducts individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient's immediate condition or needs within the timeframe specified by policy.
    • Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by patient condition and policy and reprioritizes care accordingly.
    • Develops and updates the plan of care throughout the patient stay ensuring that is individualized and reflects collaboration with other health care team members.
    • Identifies patient/family discharge planning needs upon admission.
    • Performs appropriate treatments including medication administration per physician order and per policy in an accurate and timely manner.
    • Reports patient concerns and condition changes to the provider in a timely manner.
    • Performs therapeutic nursing interventions in line with the plan of care.
    • Provides individualized patient/family education customized to patient and family needs.
    • Documents all nursing cares and education accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
    • Documents response to nursing cares and education accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
    • Delegates and supervises appropriate patient care.
    • Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient and family diversity, preserving autonomy, dignity, and rights.
    • Actively participates and involves the patient and family in handoffs and bedside shift report and relates pertinent patient information.
    • Responds appropriately, professionally, with composure and confidence during emergencies and stressful situations.

3. Performs all responsibilities/duties of a PACU RN. Department and/or Role Specific duties include:
    • Is proficient in assessing the patient's level of anesthesia emergence in accordance with policies and procedures and ASPAN standards.
    • Receiving report from OR Nurse and Anesthesia.
    • Monitors vital signs and report initial and any abnormalities to Anesthesia.
    • Constantly monitors patient's status.
    • Maintains oxygenation and patient airway.
    • Assessing tubes, drains etc. for patency, drainage amount, character and position.
    • Observe surgical site for bleeding.
    • Recognizes changes in patient status on interpretation of assessments.

4. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
    • Maintains confidentiality per policy.
    • Maintains current competency by attending unit and hospital based educational offerings either in person or online.
    • Actively engages in unit activities and team meetings and attends required meetings.
    • Demonstrates active engagement in department activities and evidence-based initiatives.
    • Demonstrates dependability/flexibility in meeting scheduling needs of the department and hospital.
    • Demonstrates willingness to float to other units as needed.
    • Accepts assignment of preceptor for new staff.
    • Accepts responsibility for mentoring healthcare students.
    • Ensures the quality and safety of the patients and staff if serving in a relief charge nurse role.

Hours will be dependent on patient census and workload. Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, to include after-hours and weekends as necessary.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other information:
Job Requirements:
The requirements listed below must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or temporary permit from the State of Nebraska required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within one full month from date of hire (Travelers-required upon hire) required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) obtained within one year from date of hire (Travelers-required upon hire) required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) obtained within one year from date of hire (Travelers-required upon hire) required.
Previous Experience Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
Previous clinical experience preferred.
Skills/Knowledge Requirements:
SKILLS:
Language Skills - Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language required.
Faith Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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