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How much do pediatric pacu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in Portland, OR is $2,465.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,936.54 and $2,957.69 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 Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,203 per year, or $61.6 per hour.

Registered Nurse - Pediatric PACU @ Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center

Talent4Health

Portland, OR • On-site

$2.2K/wk

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Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Details
Client Name
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
RN
Specialty
Peds PACU
Job ID
35496642
Job Title
Registered Nurse - Pediatric PACU @ Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center
Weekly Pay
$2268.8
Shift Details
Shift
Day - 12x3 - 07AM
Scheduled Hours
36
Job Order Details
Start Date
08/31/2026
End Date
11/30/2026
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
Job Title: Pediatric PACU RN
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Pediatric PACU
Duration: 13 months
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience required
License: Active Registered Nurse license required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
Must-Have: Pediatric PACU experience required
Description:
This position will float between units as needed.
On-call is not required.
Weekends are not required.
Block schedules are not required.
The expected patient ratio is 1:1.
Pediatric PACU experience and PALS certification are required for this position.
Candidates must have a vehicle for this assignment.
This position involves caring for pediatric patients in pre-operative and post-anesthetic care.
The unit specializes in a variety of surgical procedures including orthopedics, general surgery, ENT, urology, plastics, dental, oral maxillofacial, endoscopy, and ophthalmology.
Majority of procedures are outpatient, but inpatient care may also be necessary.
Additional interdisciplinary support is available in areas such as respiratory services, social services, and pharmacy.
Candidates should have experience with various sedation techniques and patient management protocols.
Refusal to float between sister facilities may result in termination of the assignment.
All specific scheduling requests must be submitted upfront during the hiring process.
Inflexibility beyond the contracted schedule may lead to contract termination.
References covering 1 year of experience within the past 3 years are required.
Client Details
Address
9205 SW Barnes Rd
City
Portland
State
OR
Zip Code
97225
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