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Fusion Medical Staffing

Travel PACU RN

Washington, DC · On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

Travel PACU RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Washington, District Of Columbia Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment ...

United Surgical Partners

PACU RN

Fulton, MD

$40 - $43/hr

RN PACU Welcome to Silver Cross Surgery Center At Silver Cross Surgery Center, we believe health and care are inseparable. We focus on offering a high quality, service oriented environment for your ...

United Surgical Partners

FT PACU RN

Manassas, VA

FT PACU RN Physicians Surgery Center of Chattanooga is a Joint Commission-accredited, multispecialty ambulatory surgery center committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a service ...

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in Washington is $2,633.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,069.23 and $3,157.69 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.

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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PreOp PACU Registered Nurse

PreOp PACU Registered Nurse

United Surgical Partners

Bethesda, MD

$45 - $57/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

United Surgical Partners International rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

RN PreOp PACU

Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic is hiring an PRN PreOp PACU RN

Welcome to Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic

Surgical Specialty Center of Mid Atlantic is a Medicare Certified Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) with 1 Operating Room(s) located in Bethesda, MD, with service to the surrounding community. Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic is certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

The surgeries and services provided by Surgical Specialty Center of Mid Atlantic in Bethesda, MD, may include Orthopedic Surgery, Other Surgery, Laboratory Services, Pharmaceutical Services, and Radiology Services.

PreOp PACU Registered Nurse (PACU RN) at Surgical Specialty Center of Mid-Atlantic
The PreOp PACU Registered Nurse provides continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patient's condition, providing patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all times. May assist the physicians in the procedure rooms with various tasks, including conscious sedation, and utilizing sterile techniques as deemed appropriate. Will provide total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing
  • Active RN license in the state of Maryland
  • BLS and ACLS Required, PALS if required by the center
  • 2 years of experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred
  • Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment
  • Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet the needs of patients and the unit
  • Strong communication skills, verbal and written

What We Offer
As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • Life and AD&D coverage
  • Availability of short- and long-term disability
  • Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
  • 401(k) and access to retirement planning
  • Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

Pay rate: Min: $45.00 to Max: $57.00/hr

(Wages are determined based upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.)

Required Skills

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Current state RN License
  • Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in PACU or ICU

Required Experience

Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Current state RN License
  • Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in PACU or ICU

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