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Summit Orthopedics

Manager, SAU/PACU

North Oaks, MN · On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

Manager, SAU/PACU At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the impact each member of the Summit Family ... Pediatric Adv Life Supp Basic Life Support Advanced Cardiac Life Sup Registered Nurse

Summit Orthopedics

Manager, SAU/PACU

Vadnais Heights, MN · On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

The SAU/PACU Registered Nurse Manager reports directly to the Director of the Surgery Centers. This is a full-time role based at our Vadnais Heights Campus. Monday - Friday schedule. Flexibility to ...

Summit Orthopedics

Manager, SAU/PACU

Vadnais Heights, MN · On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

The SAU/PACU Registered Nurse Manager reports directly to the Director of the Surgery Centers. This is a full-time role based at our Vadnais Heights Campus. Monday - Friday schedule. Flexibility to ...

Mercy

Registered Nurse - PACU (Part-Time)

Anoka, MN

At least 1 year of RN/PACU experience is preferred. * Required Education: Graduated from a school ... PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) * TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) * Other unit specific ...

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As of Aug 2, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in St. Paul, MN is $2,351.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,848.08 and $2,819.23 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.

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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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Manager, SAU/PACU

Summit Orthopedics

North Oaks, MN • On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Manager, SAU/PACU

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the impact each member of the Summit Family has on one another and on our patients every day. Join a patient-first environment where our values — Better Together, Own It, Nimble, Excellence, and Service — are lived down to our BONES. At Summit, team members feel respected, valued, and connected to meaningful work, contributing to a collaborative, community-centered culture built on mutual respect and enjoyment. The Surgery Center Surgical Admission Unit/Post Anesthesia Care Unit (SAU/PACU) Registered Nurse Manager provides oversight of the day-to-day operations of SAU/PACU, the Care Suites, and support staff. This is a hands-on leadership role where the manager both guides the team and actively participates in patient care to support team success. The SAU/PACU Registered Nurse Manager reports directly to the Director of the Surgery Centers. This is a full-time role based at our Vadnais Heights Campus. Monday - Friday schedule. Flexibility to travel to all Summit sites as needed.

Primary duties:

  • Provide direction and oversight to all SAU/PACU, Care Suites, and support staff including but not limited to Registered Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Secretary/Receptionist working within the Surgery Center.
  • Provision of skilled nursing care to the patients of SAU/PACU and the Care Suites
  • Monitor the application of center policies and procedures
  • Monitor operations of SAU/PACU and the Care Suites Assists in efforts to maximize utilization and productivity within the SAU/PACU and the Care Suites (as applicable)
  • Provide a safe environment for patients and staff

Required Life Support classes may be completed upon hire. Summit's hiring range for this position is $110,244 to $137,805 per year. The hired candidate may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials and/or deferred compensation. In addition to our base salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, education reimbursement, paid time off and 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan. If you are hired at Summit, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity. Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1200+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle. Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.

Education

Required: Associates or better in Nursing.

Preferred: Bachelors or better in Nursing.

Experience

Required: 2+ years pre-operative nursing experience 5+ years clinical experience Orthopedic nursing experience

Preferred: Previous nursing leadership experience, preferred Affiliation with representative professional organization encouraged

Licenses & Certifications

Required: Pediatric Adv Life Supp Basic Life Support Advanced Cardiac Life Sup Registered Nurse

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