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Registered Nurse - PACU (Peds)
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 03-31-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 4-hour shift (no break); specific start/end times and days not specified. Orientation required.
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
- Monitor and assess pediatric patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring stable vital signs and safe recovery
- Provide compassionate, family-centered care and clear education to parents and caregivers
- Perform timely and accurate documentation of patient status, interventions and discharge criteria
- Collaborate with anesthesia, surgical teams and nursing staff to ensure smooth handoffs and continuity of care
- Manage pain, airway and post-operative complications promptly and escalate concerns when needed
- Prepare patients for safe transfer or discharge, following unit protocols and safety standards
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Missouri or Compact privilege as applicable)
- Experience or background in PACU and pediatric nursing (demonstrated comfort with post-anesthesia care)
- Current basic life support (BLS); pediatric advanced life support (PALS) recommended or preferred
- Strong clinical assessment skills, attention to detail and ability to work calmly in a fast-paced recovery setting
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach with families and the care team
Education
- Active RN license required
Knowledge & Skills
- Post-anesthesia care principles and pediatric recovery assessment
- Pediatric airway and pain management
- IV therapy and medication administration in a post-op setting
- Patient and family education with sensitivity to family-centered care
- Electronic health record documentation and accurate charting
- Infection prevention, safety protocols and handoff communication
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Paid time off so you can recharge and come back ready to care
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Orientation program to set you up for success from day one
- A supportive, multidisciplinary team that values your expertise
- Opportunities for continuing education and clinical skill development
- Life and disability benefits for peace of mind
- Referral program—share the love and grow the team
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PACU (Peds)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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