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Registered Nurse - PACU (Peds)
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 04-03-2026
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 attentive post-anesthesia nursing care to pediatric patients, monitoring airway, vitals, and recovery progress
- Perform safe and compassionate handoffs to inpatient teams and families, ensuring continuity of care
- Administer medications and manage IVs according to orders, including pain management and antiemetic therapy
- Assess and document patient status in the EHR with clear, timely notes
- Collaborate with anesthesia, surgery, and pediatric teams to support efficient patient throughput
- Recognize and respond to post-op complications quickly and escalate concerns as needed
- Participate in orientation and unit-based education to maintain high standards of pediatric PACU care
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or eligibility for licensure
- BLS required; PALS and ACLS strongly preferred for pediatric PACU practice
- Previous PACU or post-anesthesia pediatric nursing experience preferred
- Comfortable with pediatric assessments, airway management basics, and IV therapy
- Ability to pass background check and meet facility credentialing requirements
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Additional pediatric certifications or specialty training a plus
Knowledge & Skills
- Post-anesthesia assessment and monitoring for pediatric patients
- Pain assessment and multimodal pain management strategies
- Pediatric airway basics and early recognition of respiratory compromise
- IV management, medication administration, and safe documentation practices
- Family-centered care and effective patient/family education
- Familiarity with common EHR workflows and perioperative documentation
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- Paid time off so you can actually use your vacation days (we mean it)
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Opportunities for continuing education and specialty training in pediatric perioperative care
- A supportive team culture where your contributions are noticed and valued
- Employee assistance programs and wellness resources to help you recharge
- Referral program to reward you for bringing great colleagues on board
- On-site orientation to get you comfortable, confident, and ready to care
Apply Now
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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