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Registered Nurse - PACU (Pediatrics)
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 04-02-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Candidate Pay Rate: $54 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate post-anesthesia care to pediatric patients in the PACU
- Monitor vital signs, respiratory status and pain levels, and intervene promptly
- Collaborate closely with anesthesia, surgical teams and families for safe handoffs
- Administer medications and treatments per protocols and document care accurately
- Educate families on recovery expectations and discharge instructions with empathy
- Maintain a safe, calm recovery environment and escalate concerns appropriately
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) credential
- Experience or training in PACU nursing with a focus on pediatric patients
- Comfort working with children and their families during the immediate postoperative period
- Willingness to participate in orientation and unit-specific training
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma or BSN)
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of post-anesthesia recovery practices and monitoring
- Familiarity with pediatric assessment and age-appropriate communication
- Skilled in accurate documentation and medication administration
- Ability to work collaboratively in a perioperative team and manage priorities under pressure
Benefits
- Supportive team environment where your pediatric PACU skills are valued
- Orientation provided so you can hit the floor with confidence
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
- Medical, dental and vision options (where applicable) to protect you and your family
- Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement support when eligible
- Employee assistance resources and a culture that cares about your wellbeing
- Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates aboard
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PACU (Pediatrics)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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