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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in Connecticut is $2,211.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,738.46 and $2,651.92 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Pediatric PACU RN?

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 as a Pediatric PACU RN?

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 Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $114,999 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU Bliss North

Hartford Hospital

Waterbury, CT • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Hartford Hospital rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 65 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

637th of 1,059 rated hospitals

Job description

Location Details:

79 Jefferson St, HH Bliss Wing (10064)

Shift Information:

24-hour RN Position

Join Us Where Every Moment Counts

Every day, over 40,000 colleagues at our organization come together with a shared commitment: pride in our work, knowing that every moment is significant. We invite you to be part of Connecticut’s most extensive healthcare network.

Our facility is among the largest and most esteemed teaching hospitals in New England. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we deliver state-of-the-art treatments to our patients. This is made possible by hosting the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), recognized as one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers globally. When other hospitals are unable to provide the specialized care, expertise, and innovative treatment options their patients need, they turn to us.

Job Overview

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join the new PACU team in the Bliss Building! Become part of our efforts to develop and expand a brand-new 10-bay PACU unit that will deliver 24/7 post-operative care to a diverse range of surgical and interventional patients.

The PACU RN will be responsible for the recovery of patients from general and regional anesthesia, as well as IV and conscious sedation, requiring acute and ICU-level care.

This role demands teamwork, independence, effective communication, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and adaptability are essential as we work alongside various disciplines to establish and enhance interdepartmental workflows and relationships.

Qualifications
  • Active RN License in Connecticut
  • Graduate from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • Preferred experience in PACU and/or ICU
  • Training program available and mandatory for RNs with step-down and Emergency Department experience
We Nurture Career Growth

With various locations throughout the state, our organization provides exciting opportunities for career advancement and development.

Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that is at the forefront of introducing new technologies, groundbreaking treatments, and community education to countless individuals.

We understand that a successful organization begins with satisfied employees. Therefore, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to promote work/life balance.

Every Moment Matters

This is your opportunity!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, our organization is committed to ensuring that employment practices are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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