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Focus Staff

Travel PACU RN

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/21/2026 * Duration: 10 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

United Surgical Partners

Pre Op PACU RN

Rock Hill, SC · On-site

RN PreOp/PACU Welcome to North Shore Surgical Suites At North Shore Surgical Suites, we believe health and care are inseparable. We focus on offering a high quality, service oriented environment for ...

Novant Health

Registered Nurse RN PACU

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN Opportunity As a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN at Novant Health's Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital, you'll be trusted to deliver expert care to our patients ...

Fusion Medical Staffing

Travel PACU RN

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Travel PACU RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Charlotte, North Carolina Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PACU RN for a 14-week travel assignment in ...

GLC On-The-Go

Travel PACU RN

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$1.6K - $1.7K/day

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours * Employment Type: Travel PACU Registered Nurse | Charlotte, NC ...

Stability Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Stability Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina. & Requirements * Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

GLC On-The-Go

Travel PACU RN

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$1.6K - $1.7K/day

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/21/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours * Employment Type: Travel PACU Registered Nurse | Charlotte ...

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How much do pediatric pacu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in Charlotte, NC is $2,270.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,784.62 and $2,723.08 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 Charlotte, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 44% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 39% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $118,074 per year, or $56.8 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

GHR Healthcare

Charlotte, NC • On-site

$1.6K - $1.7K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Travel PACU Registered Nurse Job – Post Anesthesia Care Unit RN in Charlotte, NC (SouthPark)

Experienced PACU RN needed for a fast-paced outpatient recovery team in Charlotte, North Carolina, in the desirable SouthPark area. This travel nursing opportunity offers day shifts, a collaborative ambulatory surgery center environment, and the chance to care for a diverse patient population in one of Charlotte’s most vibrant healthcare locations.

Job Details
  • Specialty: PACU / Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse
  • Location: Charlotte, NC 28210
  • Setting: Ambulatory / Outpatient Surgery Center
  • Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
  • Start Date: 09/14/2026
  • Duration: 10 weeks
  • Shift: 8-hour day shifts, 06:00 - 14:30 and 07:30 - 16:00
  • Hours Per Week: 40
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,660 - $1,750
  • Call: None
  • Weekend Requirement: None
  • Orientation: 3 days on the unit
  • Floating: May float occasionally to nearby Charlotte-area outpatient locations if needed
  • Patient Population: Infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
  • Work Environment: High-volume outpatient recovery setting with a supportive clinical team
Job Requirements
  • Active Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or Compact state eligibility; pending license acceptable for submission
  • Minimum 2 years of PACU nursing experience or relevant post anesthesia care experience required
  • Experience in an ambulatory surgery center or outpatient recovery setting required
  • Ability to start and maintain IVs
  • Skilled in discharge instructions, medication reconciliation, and obtaining operative/procedural consent
  • Knowledge of malignant hyperthermia protocol and pain assessment/management
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS required
  • Must pass EKG testing prior to start
  • Comfortable caring for pediatric and adult surgical recovery patients
  • Open to a flexible schedule based on unit needs
Responsibilities
  • Provide safe, high-quality post-anesthesia care for surgical patients across multiple age groups
  • Monitor recovery progress and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
  • Support pre-op and post-op workflows including patient preparation and discharge readiness
  • Perform IV therapy, pain management, and medication administration as appropriate
  • Educate patients and families on recovery instructions and next steps after procedures
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical teammates to ensure smooth patient flow
  • Assist with care for ENT, ophthalmology, and general outpatient surgical cases
  • Maintain accurate documentation and follow established recovery protocols
  • Contribute to a positive, efficient patient experience in a busy ambulatory setting

Apply now for this Charlotte, NC PACU RN travel job and join a supportive outpatient surgery team in SouthPark today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #512682. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU

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