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Pediatric Pca Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

PALS is required for med surg RNs per Witham Health Services policy, as we admit pediatrics to this ... PCA, Peripheral Line Care/Management, Peripheral nerve block catheters*, Phlebotomy, PICC line ...

PALS is required for med surg RNs per Witham Health Services policy, as we admit pediatrics to this ... PCA, Peripheral Line Care/Management, Peripheral nerve block catheters*, Phlebotomy, PICC line ...

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How much do pediatric pca jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for pediatric pca in Indiana is $34.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.45 and $38.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the pediatric PCA position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pediatric PCA (Patient Care Assistant), you need a foundation in basic patient care, safety protocols, pediatric health, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent with CPR certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), vital signs monitoring equipment, and standard care documentation is often expected. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills are essential soft skills for engaging with children and supporting families. These qualities are crucial for providing safe, effective care and creating a comforting environment for pediatric patients.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a pediatric PCA?

Pediatric PCAs assist with activities of daily living for children, such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and monitoring vital signs under the supervision of nursing staff. They help maintain a safe, clean environment and often provide emotional support to young patients and their families. Additionally, Pediatric PCAs may collaborate with nurses and physicians to report patient observations and assist with mobility or recreational activities. This role requires flexibility, as tasks can vary depending on patient needs and the type of healthcare facility. Daily responsibilities are focused on ensuring comfort, safety, and a positive experience for pediatric patients.

What is a pediatric PCA?

A Pediatric Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides basic care and support to children in a healthcare setting, such as a hospital or clinic. They assist with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and help nurses and doctors with patient care. Pediatric PCAs also provide emotional support to young patients and their families. This role requires strong communication skills, patience, and compassion for working with children.

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Infographic showing various Pediatric Pca job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $72,650 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Travel Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse - $2,250 per week

Prime Staffing

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$2.2K/wk

Other

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/10/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

ID: 63888870 Shift: Day 4x10-Hour (10:00 - 20:30) Description: Position / Specialty: PACU RNYears of experience REQ: 2 years First timers accepted: YesCerts REQ: BLS, ACLS, PALSLocals accepted: Yes, will be offered $15 below the current bill rate.Pending License accepted: No. IN-STATE LICENSE / REQUIRED CERTS MUST BE IN HAND TO SUB RTO Restrictions: Must work 2/3 major holidays. Guaranteed Hours: 8 and 10 hr. shifts - 40 hrs. in one workweek. 3, 12 hr shifts - 36 hrs. in one workweek. 4, 12 hr. shifts - 48 hrs. in one workweek. Effective 11/30/24, IU Health will not allow IN RN s to work at their facilities (SEE EXCEPTIONS BELOW). **Periop/OR RN s, Allied and Ambulatory RN travelers are exempt from this rule. These IN travelers are allowed to work past the 11/30 deadline. Periop includes ENDO, IR RN, PACU, Cath Lab RN, SDS** Hospital Highlights Type of Facility: Short-Term Acute Care Total Staffed Beds: A: 194, B: 210, N: 153, W: 174 Scrub Color: provided Charting: Cerner Parking Cost: Free Modified Time:8/10/2026 5:00:00 AM Account Manager: Bryan Howlett Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only Submittals:Low Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : - Years of Experience : 2 Patient Ratio Experience : Charting System Experience : Preferred Charting System Name : Cerner Community Hospital Experience : - LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : Preferred Trauma Level II Experience : Required Travel Experience Required : - Certifications : ACLS, BLS, PALSSkills : Accessing/Managing Ports*, Airway assessment, Anterior/ Posterior fusion*, Arterial line management*, Blood Product Administration, Cardiac*, Cataract extraction/implant*, Central line care/management, Cervical fusions*, Chest tube management*, Cholecystectomy, Circulation Checks, Conscious Sedation, Craniotomy*, Discharge Instructions*, Endo/Laparoscopic*, ENT, External ventricular drain (EVD)*, Eye trauma*, General, General, Isolation Precautions/PPE, Level I Trauma Center*, Level II Trauma Center, Local*, Malignant Hyperthermia Protocol*, Management of pediatric patients, Medication reconciliation, Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC), Nerve Blocks*, Neuro*, Neuro/Spine*, Obtain 12 lead EKG/ECG*, Open reduction and internal fixation, Ophthalmology*, Ortho, Ortho/Spine*, Pacemaker Insertion*, Pain assessment & management, PCA pump management*, Pedi PACU, Phase I PACU, Phase II Recovery*, Phlebotomy*, PICC line care and management, Placement of Oral/nasal airways*, Plastics, Post Cath Lab Procedures*, Post-epidural management*, Pre-Post*, Pre/Post Cath lab procedures*, Pre/Post IR procedures*, Pre/Post Operative procedures, RASS (Richmond Agitation Sedation Scale), Robotics*, Spinal*, Spine surgery*, Starting and maintaining IVs*, Tonsillectomy, Urology, Wound Vacs* Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : - Patient Ratios Days : - Patient Ratios Nights : - Patient Ratios Weekends : - Float Required : - Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : - Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : - Pre-Approved Time Off : - Orientation Hours : 40 Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Neonates, Adolescents, Infants, Adults, Pediatrics Daily Census : 50 Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : - Number of Beds : 42 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, Transportation, Unit Secretary Patient Diagnoses : - Special Procedures/Unit Details : - Special Equipment : - #Tier2 Travel Compliance Travelers University must be accredited by the ACEN or CCNE at the time of graduation. SSN required at time of submittal DOB required at time of submittal RTO we can auto-approve 5 days of non holiday RTO or less. Anything more requires facility approval. Candidate MUST WORK 2 out of 3 major holidays. If 1 position is available, we can allow 3 submissions at one time. 18 months exp. required, however please refer to job description for any exceptions made depending on the unit License: Must be in hand prior to start date. Temporary licenses may be obtainable once perm license applications have been submitted. 2 supervisor references required Local Radius: IN residents are considered local Local Rules: Accepted: Surgical Services positions, Allied positions, and IU Clinics will accept local travelers Eligible local travelers will be offered the in-state rate at lower BR Not accepted: For MS, MS Tele, PCU, ICU, and ER positions, locals are not accepted Floating is 100% required of ALL TRAVELERS - Candidates will float within hospital or to an affiliate hospital/s near by Certs required please see job description/unit description to find list of required certs depending on unit No specific charting required for any IU health positions Bill rate please see job for posted bill rate Background Policy to be noted prior to submission so we can seek approval prior to offer Any PERM or PRN employee of IU must be away for 12 months before applying as a traveler Consecutive Contract Policy: Current or past IU travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment anywhere within IU Health are required to take a designated break to reset travel eligibility effective 2/24/26. This break must be taken in one consecutive period and cannot be split up under any circumstances. Please see AM for additional clarification if needed. Out-of-state residents: require a 3 month/90 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler s year mark In-state residents require a 6 month/180 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler s year mark Submittal Details: #Tier2 Travel ComplianceTravelers University must be accredited by the ACEN or CCNE at the time of graduation.SSN required at time of submittalDOB required at time of submittalRTO we can auto-approve 5 days of non holiday  RTO or less. Anything more requires facility approval. Candidate MUST WORK 2 out of 3 major holidays.If 1 position is available, we can allow 3 submissions at one time.18 months exp. required, however please refer to job description for any exceptions made depending on the unitLicense: Must be in hand prior to start date. Temporary licenses may be obtainable once perm license applications have been submitted. 2 supervisor references requiredLocal Radius: IN residents are considered localLocal Rules:Accepted: Surgical Services positions, Allied positions, and IU Clinics will accept local travelersEligible local travelers will be offered the in-state rate at lower BRNot accepted: For MS, MS Tele, PCU, ICU, and ER positions, locals are not acceptedFloating is 100% required of ALL TRAVELERS - Candidates will float within hospital or to an affiliate hospital/s near by Certs required please see job description/unit description to find list of required certs depending on unitNo specific charting required for any IU health positionsBill rate please see job for posted bill rateBackground Policy to be noted prior to submission so we can seek approval prior to offerAny PERM or PRN employee of IU must be away for 12 months before applying as a travelerConsecutive Contract Policy: Current or past IU travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment anywhere within IU Health are required to take a designated break to reset travel eligibility effective 2/24/26. This break must be taken in one consecutive period and cannot be split up under any circumstances. Please see AM for additional clarification if needed.Out-of-state residents: require a 3 month/90 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler s year mark In-state residents require a 6 month/180 day break to reset eligibility prior to the traveler s year mark  Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

Prime Staffing Job ID #37422051. 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: RN:Pediatrics,08:00:00-16:00:00

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.

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