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Palomar Health

Clinical RN II- Labor/Delivery

Escondido, CA · On-site

$54.15 - $78.82/hr

Bachelor's Degree Minimum Experience: 1 year of directly related RN experience in Labor and Delivery, OB Circulating and OB PACU Preferred Experience: 2+ years of directly related RN experience in ...

Palomar Health

Clinical RN II- Labor/Delivery

Escondido, CA · On-site

$54.15 - $78.82/hr

Bachelor's Degree Minimum Experience: 1 year of directly related RN experience in Labor and Delivery, OB Circulating and OB PACU Preferred Experience: 2+ years of directly related RN experience in ...

Palomar Health

Clinical RN II Labor/Delivery

Escondido, CA · On-site

$54.15 - $78.82/hr

Bachelor's Degree Minimum Experience: 1 year of directly related RN experience in Labor and Delivery, OB Circulating and OB PACU Preferred Experience: 2+ years of directly related RN experience in ...

California Pain

OR Nurse

San Diego, CA · On-site

$60 - $65/hr

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of [Insert State] * Current BLS and ACLS ... Minimum of 2 years of experience in OR, PACU, ICU, or ASC setting (pain management experience ...

Precision Scans INC

PHS-7394 ICU RN

Lincoln Acres, CA

$53 - $57/hr

JOB ID: PHS-7394 Position: ICU RN Shift Schedule: Day(07:00 - 19:30) Location: National City, CA, 91950 Job Type: Per Diem Start date: 07/27/2026 - 07/26/2027 Pay: $53-$57 Per hour Requirements

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

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average weekly pay for part time pacu rn in San Diego, CA is $2,468.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,940.38 and $2,959.62 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 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.

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.

Do part time PACU RNs make more money?

Part-time PACU RNs typically earn less overall than full-time RNs due to fewer hours, but their hourly wages can be comparable or slightly higher depending on the facility and shift differentials. Some facilities offer higher pay rates for part-time or evening/night shifts, which can increase earnings for part-time PACU RNs. Overall, total compensation depends on hours worked, location, and specific employer policies.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Pacu Rn job openings in San Diego, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,349 per year, or $61.7 per hour.

Registered Nurse - PreOp/PACU - PRN

San Diego, CA

NVISION Eye Centers
Outpatient Health Care • 201 - 500 employees
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Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Overview

NVISION Eye Centers is one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S., with over ninety centers across six states including California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah. An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons in the industry. With more than 3,000 eye doctors referring their patients and trusting their own eyes to NVISION surgeons, NVISION Eye Centers is the Eye Doctors' #1 Choice.

This position is primarily responsible for providing planned and highly skilled nursing care for all of or patients. This position is also responsible for providing continuous patient surveillance, thereby allowing early recognition and immediate emergency treatment of medical or surgical complications, which may arise in any postoperative patient and performing the following duties.

Responsibilities
  • Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and revises the patient's care plan in accordance with physician's orders, patient's needs, and ESCNC Policies and Procedures during intra-operative phase and provides communication from those outside of operating room to those inside operating room.
  • Assures that all documentation is complete and on the patient's chart, for the scheduled procedure.
  • Completes the Safety Checklist prior to entering the OR, during the procedure and after the procedure with signature, date and time.
  • Sets up supplies and medications, ensures that equipment is clean, safe, and functional and completes checklist which is given to the Facility Manager
  • Reports low stock levels to Clinical Nursing Supervisor or Facility Manager.
  • Completes all forms (i.e., labs, tissue, FDA, billing, waiver of liability for visitors) and logs (i.e., tissue, Lens, temperature/humidity) as appropriate.
  • Assures maintenance of sterile technique where appropriate, in surgery and assisting scrub tech and surgeon.
  • Assures patient comfort and safety, including proper positioning and padding.
  • Demonstrates ability to pre-op and recovers patient as needed based on the staffing pattern for the surgical day.
  • Receives brief report from Pre op RN when the patient is taken to the OR, Assists anesthesiologist in transfer of patient to and from OR, Brings chart and any supplies needed for the patient after discharge to the PACU, Gives brief report to PACU RN when taking the patient from the OR to PACU.
  • Cleans the OR after surgery with the CST and sets up room for the next case before assisting with transfer of the next patient to OR.
  • Assists with proper disposal of all needles, sharps, syringes, and other trash; assists with clean-up of O.R. between cases; and at the end of the day, assists in surgery suite preparation for the next day's cases.
Qualifications

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Must be licensed to practice nursing in the State of CA upon start date

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ophthalmology experience preferred
MinMaxEmployment Type: PART_TIME

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