Registered Nurse - PACU

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms

Job Title: Registered Nurse – PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)
Pay Rate: $55–$60/hour
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / PRN
Location: Dayton, OH

Position Overview

Alliance Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU to provide high-quality care to pediatric patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and procedural interventions.

The ideal candidate will have strong acute pediatric nursing experience , excellent clinical assessment skills, and experience working with Epic EMR in an acute-care hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients recovering from anesthesia.

• Monitor patients' vital signs, respiratory status, neurological status, pain level, and overall condition.

• Closely monitor patients for post-anesthesia complications and changes in clinical status.

• Assess and maintain airway and respiratory function during the recovery period.

• Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.

• Manage post-operative pain, nausea, vomiting, and other post-anesthesia symptoms.

• Monitor surgical sites, dressings, drains, and other post-operative conditions.

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and document patient care accurately in Epic EMR .

• Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to physicians, anesthesiologists, and other members of the healthcare team.

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, pediatric specialists, and other healthcare professionals.

• Provide education to patients and families regarding post-operative care and discharge instructions.

• Ensure patients meet established recovery criteria before transfer or discharge.

• Maintain patient safety and follow infection-control, medication-safety, and hospital policies.

• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and rapidly changing patient conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.

• Minimum 3 years of recent acute pediatric nursing experience.
  
  
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience.
  
  
• Recent PACU, perioperative, pediatric critical care, PICU, or other relevant acute pediatric experience preferred.

• Current BLS certification .

• PALS certification preferred/required based on facility requirements.

• Strong pediatric assessment and critical-thinking skills.

• Ability to recognize and respond quickly to changes in pediatric patient condition.

• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute-care hospital environment.

Preferred Experience

• Pediatric PACU / Post-Anesthesia Care

• Pediatric acute-care nursing

• PICU / Pediatric Critical Care

• Pediatric perioperative or surgical nursing

• Pre-op / Post-op nursing

• Pediatric emergency or procedural care

• Airway management and post-anesthesia recovery

• Post-operative pain and nausea management

• Experience caring for pediatric patients following surgical procedures

Compensation

$55–$60 per hour

Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and facility requirements.

Why Join Alliance Staffing Solutions?

• Competitive pay of $55–$60/hour
  
  
• Opportunities with healthcare facilities seeking experienced pediatric nurses

• Support throughout the recruitment and compliance process

• Professional onboarding assistance

• Opportunities for qualified RNs seeking flexible or long-term assignments

Application Process

Qualified candidates will be contacted for a brief phone interview to discuss their:

• Pediatric nursing experience

• PACU/perioperative experience

• Epic experience

• Nursing credentials and certifications

• Availability and preferred schedule

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity!

Alliance Staffing Solutions
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