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Focus Staff

Travel PACU Registered Nurse

Louisville, KY · On-site

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/09/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, evenings * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking ...

Meda Health

Travel PACU Registered Nurse

Louisville, KY · On-site

Meda Health is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start ...

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How much do pediatric pacu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in Kentucky is $2,019.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,586.54 and $2,421.15 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 Kentucky as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% Locum Tenens, 10% As Needed, 30% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $104,995 per year, or $50.5 per hour.
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse RN

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse RN

Triage

Louisville, KY

$54.97/hr

Contractor

Posted 6 days ago

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We are looking for a Travel PACU RN for a great Travel nursing job in Louisville, KY.

This PACU Travel nursing job pays for 36 hours a week for 13 weeks. With Wanderly you can compare Travel nurse salary from leading Travel nurse agencies in the United States.

With Wanderly you can chat and apply to any agency with Wanderly’s Universal Application, below are the details of this Travel Nursing Job including the Travel nurse salary:

  • Specialty: PACU RN
  • Travel Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse : Louisville, KY
  • Travel Nurse Salary: $1979/Week
  • Start Date: August 09, 2026
  • Travel Nursing Job Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Travel Nurse Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, day
Travel Nursing: Post Anesthesia Care Unit Louisville
Location:         Louisville
Start Date:       8/9/2026
Shift Details:   12H Days (12:00 AM-12:00 PM)
                         36 hours per week
Length:            13 WEEKS 13 weeks

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