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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in Georgia is $1,963.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,542.31 and $2,353.85 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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.

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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.

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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 Georgia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 44% Full Time, 45% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $102,076 per year, or $49.1 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

AMN Healthcare Nursing

Tucker, GA

$1.9K - $2.1K/day

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

AMN Healthcare Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Tucker, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 06/29/2026
  • Duration: 12 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 10 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU - Travel - (PACU RN)
StartDate: 6/29/2026 Available Shifts: 10 D Pay Rate: $1979.00 - $2101.00
Travel RN-PACU jobs in Atlanta, GA let you care for patients recovering from anesthesia in a city known for its vibrant culture and diverse neighborhoods. As a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse, you will monitor vital signs, assess pain levels, and ensure patient safety as they regain consciousness after surgery. You must have an active Georgia RN license or compact eligibility, recent PACU or surgical nursing experience, and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and strong critical thinking skills are recommended. The facility features a collaborative team environment and a focus on patient-centered care. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, exclusive discounts, dedicated recruiters, and 24/7 support through the AMN Passport mobile app. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare maintains high ethical standards. Apply now to join this Travel RN-PACU assignment in Atlanta, GA.
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, PACU
Experience: 2 years
Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted)
Certifications: BLS-AHA; ACLS-AHA; CERT-NIH Stroke Scale
Candidate must be diverse in both PACU PHASE 1 and PHASE II of discharge care and education
Vent, Cardiac Pressors, IV insertions, Strong Ortho/Neuro/Spine experience
Preferred Qualifications
Travel Experience
Job Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Free, quality, private housing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Free Continuing Education
  • Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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American Mobile Healthcare Job ID #3491191. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU - Travel - (PACU RN)

About AMN Healthcare Nursing

AMN Healthcare is a leader in Nurse staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities - including hospitals, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities - enable us to offer the most current travel nurse, local staffing, rapid response and crisis nurse jobs nationwide. We''re committed to finding you the best nursing job to fit your career goals. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

Benefits
  • Company provided housing options
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Continuing Education

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