PACU Registered Nurse

PACU Registered Nurse – New Orleans, LA | Day ShiftJoin a leading healthcare facility in New Orleans, Louisiana, as a PACU Registered Nurse. Enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive hourly pay, and an excellent support team dedicated to your success. Immediate start available — apply now to be part of a dynamic surgical recovery team!Location: New Orleans, LAStart Date: 07/20/2026End Date: 10/19/2026Shift: Day, 5x8-Hour (07:00 - 15:30)Hours/Week: 40Employment Type: ContractCertifications: ACLS, BCLS, PALS (Required)Experience: PACU or Pre/Post Op experience preferredPay & BenefitsHourly Pay Rate: $53.60Pay Package: Competitive pay, weekly pay via direct depositBenefits: Comprehensive medical benefits, paid sick time, licensure/certification travel & reimbursement, robust referral bonus program, 24/7 dedicated team supportWhat You'll DoProvide post-anesthesia care for patients recovering from surgical procedures in a high-volume environmentSupport patients of all ages, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populationsFloat to pediatric PACU as needed, with the ability to adapt to a variety of case typesCollaborate with surgical teams to ensure safe recovery and discharge protocolsOperate essential equipment such as Hoyer lifts, bladder scanners, and AccuveinMaintain patient safety standards and comply with hospital policies and proceduresWhat You NeedRequired:Valid Louisiana RN license with CPR certification (ACLS, BCLS, PALS)1+ year PACU or Pre/Post Op nursing experienceEpic EMR experience preferredAbility to care for patients of all ages and support high-volume surgical unitsPreferred:Experience in pediatric PACU or regional anesthesiaAbout the Assignment This role is based in a top-tier surgical recovery unit supporting all major surgical services except critical care. You will assist in caring for patients pre-op, intra-op, and post-op in a fully equipped environment across two floors with diverse case loads, including pediatric patients and outpatient procedures. The unit features 34 ORs with specialties such as Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, and Pulmonary Lab, providing a fast-paced, rewarding setting. Compliance