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Travel - PEDS PACU

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$2.1K - $2.2K/wk

Pediatric PACU RN - Travel Contract | Winston-Salem, NC We are seeking an experienced Pediatric PACU RN for a travel contract opportunity in Winston-Salem, North Carolina! OR Staffing Solutions is a ...

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RN - PACU

State College, PA

PeriOp / Outpatient Surg Ctr Travel RN ARMStaffing is seeking experienced and detail-oriented Post ... PALS preferred for pediatric PACU * Minimum 1 year of recent PACU, pre-op, or critical care ...

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How much do pediatric pacu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in the United States is $2,324.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,826.92 and $2,788.46 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Pediatric PACU RN job?

A Pediatric PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) RN is a registered nurse who specializes in caring for children recovering from anesthesia after surgery or procedures. They monitor vital signs, manage pain, assess for complications, and provide emotional support to both the child and their family. Their responsibilities include collaborating with surgical teams, ensuring a smooth recovery, and preparing patients for discharge or transfer to other units. Strong assessment skills and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies are essential in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Pediatric Pacu Rn position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Pediatric PACU RN, you need expertise in pediatric nursing, post-anesthesia care, and patient assessment, supported by an active RN license and typically PALS certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), pediatric monitoring equipment, and medication administration systems is crucial. Outstanding communication, emotional resilience, and the ability to ease children and anxious families set exceptional nurses apart. These skills are vital for providing safe, compassionate, and effective care during children’s critical recovery period after surgery.

What are the main challenges faced by Pediatric PACU RNs and how can they be addressed?

One of the main challenges for Pediatric PACU RNs is managing the unique responses children can have coming out of anesthesia, including pain, confusion, and fear. Nurses must be vigilant in monitoring for complications while providing swift, comforting care and clear explanations to both young patients and their families. Building trust and rapport quickly is essential, as is adapting communication techniques for different developmental stages. Support from the PACU team and collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and child life specialists are important for ensuring positive outcomes and reducing stress for everyone involved.

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Infographic showing various Pediatric Pacu Rn job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Full Time, 82% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $120,888 per year, or $58.1 per hour.
Registered Nurse (RN) PACU Pediatrics

Registered Nurse (RN) PACU Pediatrics

Inova Health System

Fairfax, VA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

The Pediatric PACU at Inova Fairfax Hospital is looking for an experienced nurse to join their team. This is a full-time position. Schedule: 3x12 shifts to cover 0600-2030.

This department cares for all types of pediatric patients that require surgical care or anesthesia for testing. They focus on the child and their family for education, preparation and recovery of all types of surgical and anesthetic procedures. The nurses are supported by Clinical Technician staff and Child Life Services.

Pediatric PACU is open Monday through Friday 0600-2130. Staff are expected to float between PACU, Pre-Op and Peds Radiology. This will also include floating to the other Pre-Op and PACU departments, after orientation to those locations. They also share space with the Pediatric Procedure, Sedation Unit

RN PACU Featured Benefits:

  • Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
  • Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
  • Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.

RN PACU Qualifications

  • One year of critical care (ICU or ED) or PACU RN experience is required.
  • Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associate's Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
  • RN license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  • BLS healthcare provider certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) required at hire; ACLS and PALS must be completed in the first 90 days.

Pediatric PACU preferred qualifications:

  • 2 or more years Pediatric critical care or PreOp/PACU nursing experience

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