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Slate Healthcare

RN - Pediatrics

Wilmington, NC · On-site

Pediatric Pacu Rn As a Pediatric Pacu Rn, you will provide expert care for children recovering from surgery, ensuring their comfort and safety during the recovery process. You will work in a dynamic ...

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How much do pediatric pacu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average weekly pay for pediatric pacu rn in the United States is $2,324.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,826.92 and $2,788.46 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 the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,888 per year, or $58.1 per hour.

Travel Pediatric PACU RN

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

Premier Medical Staffing Services
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Job description

Premier Medical Staffing Services is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/28/2026
  • Duration: 14 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Premier Medical Staffing Services Job ID #660644. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Peds

About Premier Medical Staffing Services

Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC is a nationally expanding healthcare staffing firm for healthcare professionals and companies. We understand our clients’ need for highly qualified, expertly trained medical professionals and are passionate about helping clinicians find employment opportunities that fit their personality and needs. Able to accommodate the ever-changing needs of the healthcare landscape, we offer per-diem, contract and direct hire placements to support the unique needs of each industry sector. Premier Medical Staffing Services is Joint Commission Certified, a Military Spouse Employment Partner and is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise. We are proudly nurse owned.

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Premier Medical Staffing Services, LLC is a nationally expanding healthcare staffing firm for healthcare professionals and companies. We understand our clients' need for highly qualified, expertly trained medical professionals and are passionate about helping clinicians find employment opportunities that fit their personality and needs. Able to accommodate the ever-changing needs of the healthcare landscape, we offer per-diem, contract and direct hire placements to support the unique needs of each industry sector. Premier Medical Staffing Services is Joint Commission Certified, a Military Spouse Employment Partner and is certified as a Women's Business Enterprise. We are proudly nurse owned.

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Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

West Allis, WI, US

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