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Fcs Co

KY952a - PreOp/PACU RN

Winchester, KY

Looking for a PreOp/PACU RN near Winchester, KY!! Must have PreOp/PACU experience and KY RN license. This is a full time, M-F position. SIGN ON BONUS!!!!! Lots of surgery experience is a plus ome job ...

Fcs Co

KY952a - PreOp/PACU RN

Winchester, KY

Looking for a PreOp/PACU RN near Winchester, KY!! Must have PreOp/PACU experience and KY RN license. This is a full time, M-F position. SIGN ON BONUS!!!!! Lots of surgery experience is a plus ome job ...

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As of May 31, 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.

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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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Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Pluto Healthcare

Lexington, KY • On-site

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Pluto Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

If you are inside of 100 miles from Lexington, KY, you are not eligible for this position

This is an IR PACU position. 

Required to have IR PACU experience with phase 1 recovery and minimum of 1 year ICU experience

Must have experience caring for pediatric patients

Rotating 6a/7a/8a start times.  

3-4 late stays required per 6 weeks 

If you are inside of 100 miles from Lexington, KY, you are not eligible for this position This is an IR PACU position. Required to have IR PACU experience with phase 1 recovery and minimum of 1 year ICU experience Must have experience caring for pediatric patients Rotating 6a/7a/8a start times. 3-4 late stays required per 6 weeks

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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