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Part Time Pacu Rn Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Opportunity Overview We have an immediate opening for an OR/PACU RN Part-Time (Float) to join our team at Reproductive Science Center of the San Francisco Bay Area. This position will float between ...

About the Role We are seeking a part-time Registered Nurse (Post-Op) to join a well-established ... Previous experience in Post-Op / PACU / Recovery, ER, ICU, or PCU settings preferred * Ability to ...

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$53/hr

... Part Time Location: 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 ("HOSPITAL") Reporting To: Glenda Luce Compensation: $53.00 / hour Description The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse is ...

Registered Nurse 8/10HR 13

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$54.10 - $83.85/hr

The PACU RN provides concentrated observation and care of patients of all ages during the immediate ... Evenings Time Type: Part time Location: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105 Pay Range: The ...

RN PACU SURGERY Part Time

Corona, CA · On-site

$50.50 - $73.81/hr

Responsibilities Registered Nurse (RN) PACU Per Diem position located at Corona Regional Medical Center (CRMC) in Corona, CA Reporting to the Director of Surgical Services the Recovery Room ...

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How much do part time pacu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average weekly pay for part time pacu rn in California is $2,294.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,803.85 and $2,751.92 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Part Time PACU RN?

A Part Time PACU RN is a Registered Nurse who works in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) on a part-time basis. These nurses are responsible for monitoring and caring for patients as they recover from anesthesia following surgery. Their duties include assessing vital signs, managing pain, providing education to patients and families, and responding to any complications that arise during the recovery process. Part-time PACU RNs typically have flexible schedules, working fewer hours than full-time staff, but must still maintain the same level of skill and certification.

What are the most common challenges faced by part-time PACU RNs, and how can they be managed?

Part-time PACU RNs often face challenges related to staying updated with unit protocols and maintaining continuity of care due to less frequent shifts. Additionally, adapting quickly to post-anesthesia patient needs and collaborating with multiple surgical teams can be demanding. To manage these challenges, regular communication with full-time staff, attending ongoing training sessions, and thorough handoff practices are essential. Being proactive in seeking updates and feedback also helps maintain high-quality patient care and smooth workflow integration.

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

To thrive as a Part Time PACU RN, you need a valid RN license, strong clinical assessment skills, and experience with post-anesthesia care. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, patient monitoring equipment, and certifications like BLS and ACLS is typically required. Exceptional communication, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure safe, efficient recovery for post-surgical patients and support effective teamwork in a critical care environment.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Pacu Rn job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 38% Full Time, 51% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,305 per year, or $57.4 per hour.
RN PreOp/PACU

$56 - $70/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


United Surgical Partners International rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

RN PreOp/PACU Part Time

Santa Barbara Surgery Center is hiring a RN PreOp PACU Part Time

 

At Santa Barbara Surgery Center, we believe health and care are inseparable. Our mission is to care for every patient and their family as if they were our own. Each patient, each family, each and every time.

 

PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse at Center

The PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse provides continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patient's condition, providing patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all times. May assist the physicians in the procedure rooms with various tasks, including conscious sedation, and utilizing sterile techniques as deemed appropriate. Will provide total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge

 

Pay Range: $56.00 - $70.00/hour

Wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.

What We Offer

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status:

 

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

  • Life and AD&D coverage

  • Availability of short- and long-term disability

  • Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs

  • 401(k) and access to retirement planning

  • Paid holidays and vacation

 

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

 

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.



Required Skills

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing

  • Active RN license in the state

  • BLS and ACLS Required, PALS if required by the center

  • 2 years of experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred

  • Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment

  • Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit

  • Strong communication skills, verbal and written


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