Registered Nurse PACU

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

ID: Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) Description: The Pediatric PeriAnesthesia Unit is a 10-bed pediatric preoperative and postoperative unit with an additional 4-bed Pediatric Surgical Observation Unit (PSOU). The PSOU provides specialized postoperative care for pediatric patients requiring overnight observation or an extended recovery (up to 23 hours) following surgery.13 weeksNightsevery other weekend, every other holidayCan approve 40 hours for time offACLS, BLS, and PALS requiredCan submit with VA license pending50 mile radius rule Modified Time:8/31/ :00:00 AM Account Manager: Hailey Snyder Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required Flu Vaccine: Required - No Exemptions Submittals:Low Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : Preferred Years of Experience : 2 Patient Ratio Experience : 4 Charting System Experience : Required Charting System Name : Epic Community Hospital Experience : - LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : Required Trauma Level II Experience : - Travel Experience Required : - Certifications : ACLS, BLS, PALSSkills : End-Tidal CO2 monitoring*, Accessing/Managing Ports*, Airway assessment*, Ambulatory/Outpatient*, Antiarrhythmics*, Antihypertensives*, Arterial line management*, Blood Product Administration*, Central line care/management*, Cholecystectomy*, Circulation Checks*, Discharge Instructions*, Emergency Medications*, ENT*, General*, General*, Inpatient, Interpretation and communication of lab values*, Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)*, Isolation Precautions/PPE*, IV vasopressors*, Level I Trauma Center*, Local*, Malignant Hyperthermia Protocol*, Management of pediatric patients, Medication reconciliation*, Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)*, Narcotics/Opioid Analgesics*, Obtain 12 lead EKG/ECG*, Open reduction and internal fixation*, Ortho*, Pain assessment & management*, Pain Management*, Pedi PACU, Phase I PACU, Phase II Recovery, PICC line care and management*, Placement of Oral/nasal airways*, Pre-Post*, Pre/Post Operative procedures*, Procedural Sedation Administration/Monitoring*, Reversal agents*, Review History and Physical*, Starting and maintaining IVs*, Tonsillectomy* Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : self Patient Ratios Days : - Patient Ratios Nights : - Patient Ratios Weekends : - Float Required : - Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : - Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : - Pre-Approved Time Off : none Orientation Hours : 24 Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Adolescents, Infants, Pediatrics Daily Census : - Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : 4 Number of Beds : 4 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Lift Teams, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, Transportation, Unit Secretary Patient Diagnoses : - Special Procedures/Unit Details : The Pediatric PeriAnesthesia Unit is a 10-bed pediatric preoperative and postoperative unit with an additional 4-bed Pediatric Surgical Observation Unit (PSOU). The PSOU provides specialized postoperative care for pediatric patients requiring overnight observation or an extended recovery (up to 23 hours) following surgery.The unit provides comprehensive, family-centered care from preoperative preparation through postoperative recovery and surgical observation. Nurses collaborate closely with anesthesia, surgery, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver individualized care, perform ongoing assessments, manage pain and recovery, provide patient and family education, and coordinate safe discharge planning.Caring for pediatric surgical patients requires strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking skills, and the ability to recognize and respond to changes in patient condition. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional care while creating a safe, compassionate, and supportive experience for every child and family. Special Equipment : - #Tier2 Travel Compliance Before You Submit: RTO: Maximum 40 hours per 13-week contract. Verify all RTO is included at submission no additional RTO will be approved after offer acceptance. Pre-Start Time Off: Disclose any vacation between the sign date and start date so an appropriate start date can be requested. Experience: Candidate meets all experience requirements listed in the job description. State License: Pending licenses accepted (must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date ). Nursys Verification: Required with submission. All license actions/hits will be sent to UVA leadership for approval prior to proceeding with a candidate Certifications: Include copies of all required certifications. References: Required. Epic Experience: Required unless otherwise noted in the job or unit description. Background: Notify the Client Delivery Manager of any known background issues. Previous UVA Employment: Inform the Client Delivery Manager if the candidate has previously worked for UVA Health as permanent staff or an internal/external traveler. Permanent staff/internal travelers: 1-year separation + leadership approval required. External travelers: Cannot exceed 365 total assignment days . Facility Policies: Floating: Travelers must float within their scope of practice as needed. Mileage Rule: Select units have a 50-mile travel restriction . Locals are not accepted for the following units: Clinical Lab Blood Bank, Toxicology, Clinical Lab Scientist, Core Lab, Davis Lab, Laboratory, Histotechnologists, Outpatient Surgery Center PACU, OR - CVOR, OR, OR - Ortho, OR - Thoracic, OR - Neuro, Peri-Anesthesia, Sterile Processing Tech, Outpatient Surgery, Interventional Radiology, CT Tech, Diagnostic Rad Tech, MRI Radiology, Neuro Interventional Radiology- RN, Neuro Interventional Radiology Tech, Vein Clinic, Radiology RN, Imaging Support Separation Policy: Travelers are not eligible to return after reaching 365 total assignment days , regardless of time away. Education: BSN preferred. Modules: Modules: Up to 16 non-billable hours ; additional time is billable. Completed during orientation Specialty-specific Recorded in Workday Submittal Details: #Tier2 Travel ComplianceBefore You Submit:RTO: Maximum 40 hours per 13-week contract. Verify all RTO is included at submission no additional RTO will be approved after offer acceptance.Pre-Start Time Off: Disclose any vacation between the sign date and start date so an appropriate start date can be requested.Experience: Candidate meets all experience requirements listed in the job description. State License: Pending licenses accepted (must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date).Nursys Verification: Required with submission.All license actions/hits will be sent to UVA leadership for approval prior to proceeding with a candidateCertifications: Include copies of all required certifications.References: Required.Epic Experience: Required unless otherwise noted in the job or unit description.Background: Notify the Client Delivery Manager of any known background issues.Previous UVA Employment: Inform the Client Delivery Manager if the candidate has previously worked for UVA Health as permanent staff or an internal/external traveler.Permanent staff/internal travelers: 1-year separation + leadership approval required.External travelers: Cannot exceed 365 total assignment days.Facility Policies:Floating: Travelers must float within their scope of practice as needed.Mileage Rule: Select units have a 50-mile travel restriction. Locals are not accepted for the following units: Clinical Lab Blood Bank, Toxicology, Clinical Lab Scientist, Core Lab, Davis Lab, Laboratory, Histotechnologists, Outpatient Surgery Center PACU, OR - CVOR, OR, OR - Ortho, OR - Thoracic, OR - Neuro, Peri-Anesthesia, Sterile Processing Tech, Outpatient Surgery, Interventional Radiology, CT Tech, Diagnostic Rad Tech, MRI Radiology, Neuro Interventional Radiology- RN, Neuro Interventional Radiology Tech, Vein Clinic, Radiology RN, Imaging SupportSeparation Policy: Travelers are not eligible to return after reaching 365 total assignment days, regardless of time away.Education: BSN preferred.Modules:Modules: Up to 16 non-billable hours; additional time is billable.Completed during orientationSpecialty-specificRecorded in Workday Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

Prime Staffing Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Pediatrics,19:00:00-07:30:00

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

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