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Registered Nurse - PACU (Peds)
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 04-16-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: PACU (Peds) — 4-hour shifts; specific start/end times and days not specified in posting. 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
- Provide compassionate post-anesthesia care to pediatric patients coming out of surgery
- Continuously monitor and assess patient vital signs and recovery status
- Administer medications and pain management per physician orders
- Communicate clearly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and families about patient status
- Document timely and accurate patient records to support continuity of care
- Respond quickly to changes in condition and escalate concerns appropriately
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Missouri) — required
- Experience or interest in PACU and pediatric patient care
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification — required
- Comfort working with children and their families in a perioperative setting
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Team-oriented mindset and excellent communication skills
Education
- Nursing diploma, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) — appropriate nursing education required
Knowledge & Skills
- Post-anesthesia assessment and monitoring for pediatric patients
- Pain management and safe medication administration practices
- Pediatric airway and basic emergency response knowledge
- Effective handoff and interdisciplinary communication
- Clinical documentation and familiarity with electronic health records
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage that helps keep you healthy
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you stay current
- Paid Time Off so you can recharge and come back stronger
- A supportive team that values YOU and your pediatric expertise
- Referral bonus program — bring talented friends and be rewarded
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Life Insurance and workplace resources for peace of mind
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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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