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GHR Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

$2.1K - $2.2K/wk

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/13/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel PACU Registered Nurse (Travel ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Salem, MA · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 10/04/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse - PACU ...

ADN Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Weekly rate listed is an ...

ADN Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Weekly rate listed is an ...

GHR Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

$2.1K - $2.2K/wk

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/13/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Travel PACU RN Travel Assignment - Post ...

Commonwealth Sciences

RN - PACU

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$3.2K/wk

RN - PACU Position located in Cambridge, MA Requirements of the RN - PACU: * Block scheduling will NOT be offered. * Must float between Pre-Op and PACU * Pre-Op shift 6:00a-4:30p. * PACU shift 8:00a ...

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How much do pacu tech jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average weekly pay for pacu tech in Boston, MA is $2,525.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,984.62 and $3,028.85 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Pacu Tech?

A PACU Tech (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Technician) assists nurses and medical staff in the recovery room, where patients wake up after surgery. Their duties include monitoring vital signs, maintaining equipment, cleaning patient areas, and providing support for post-operative care. They ensure a smooth recovery process by helping with patient comfort and communication. PACU Techs typically work in hospitals or surgical centers under the supervision of nurses and anesthesiologists.

What does a Pacu Tech do?

A typical day for a PACU Tech involves monitoring patients as they recover from anesthesia, assisting nurses with vital signs and postoperative care, and ensuring the cleanliness and readiness of recovery areas. You may help transport patients, document observations in EHR systems, and provide reassuring support to both patients and their families. Collaboration with registered nurses, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff is frequent, making teamwork an important aspect of the job. The pace can be fast and unpredictable, requiring flexibility and the ability to respond calmly to changing patient needs. This hands-on environment provides valuable experience and offers clear pathways for career advancement in perioperative and acute care settings.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Pacu Tech?

To thrive as a PACU Tech (Post Anesthesia Care Unit Technician), you generally need a background in patient care, knowledge of basic medical terminology, and experience in acute care settings, often with a CNA or MA certification. Familiarity with monitoring equipment, electronic health records (EHRs), and infection control protocols is typically required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and excellent communication skills are essential for supporting nurses and providing quality patient care. These abilities are crucial for ensuring patient safety and smooth recovery in the fast-paced postoperative environment.

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Infographic showing various Pacu Tech job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 12% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,326 per year, or $63.1 per hour.

Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Patterns Hiring, Inc.

Everett, MA • On-site

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Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

RN - PACU
Current AHA BLS, ACLS & PALS are required at time of submission
Job Description:
Block scheduling will NOT be offered.
Must float between Pre-Op and PACU Pre-Op shift 6:00a-4:30p.
PACU shift 8:00a-6:30p. When working on-call(one call shift per week), their working shift will be 11:30a-10p (then on-call shift will be 10:00p- 7:00a).
Weekend on call is approximately every 4-5 weeks Saturday 7:00a thru Monday 7:00a
Charge Capability: Highly Preferred
Scrub Color: Provided by unit
Must work every other major holiday
Submission Requirements: Up to date resume that includes 2+ year(s) of experience in Pre Op/PACU.
Also, documenting travel experience; May consider first time travelers who comes with great experience.
2 recent PreOp/PACU Charge RN/Manager/Supervisor references
Skills Checklist matching specialty
Drivers licenses with address that matches demographics
Current AHA BLS, ACLS & PALS are required at time of submission
Flu vaccine required during season.
NURSYS Report Licenses verification with ACTIVE current or conditional Massachusetts RN license(past or present) pulled within the last 7 days
RTO must be included at time of submission; it will not be guaranteed after confirmation.
EMR Experience Preferred: EPIC
Unit Specifics: Pre Op/ PACU rotate Required Drips & Medications: PACU occasional pressor (neo, etc) support. Lines of Service: General, GYN, Urology, Plastics, Ortho (TJ, Sports Med, Podiatry, Hands) Vascular (vein ligations, stab phlebectomy, some IR procedures will have IR tech) (ok to approve if it is not their strong

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