PACU Registered Nurse

Job Description

PACU Registered Nurse | Night Shift | New Orleans, LA


Join a leading facility in New Orleans, Louisiana, as a PACU Registered Nurse and enjoy a rewarding opportunity with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and dedicated support. Take advantage of a stable 12-hour night shift schedule, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a difference in a dynamic surgical environment - starting July 13, 2026, with planned assignment through October 12, 2026.


Quick Facts:

• Location: 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• End Date: 10/12/2026
• Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (18:45 - 07:15)
• Hours/Week: 36 hours/week
• Employment Type: Contract
• Certifications: ACLS, BCLS, PALS (required)
• Experience: PACU or Pre/Post Op background preferred, Critical Care Post Op experience advantageous

Pay & Benefits:

• Pay Rate: $53.60 per hour
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
  • Licensure, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable

What You'll Do:

• Provide preoperative, intraoperative, and post-anesthesia care to adult and pediatric patients in a high-volume surgical setting
• Float to pediatric PACU as needed, supporting all age groups in recovery phases
• Assist with regional anesthesia, ECT, and patient stabilization during perioperative phases
• Utilize equipment such as Hoyer lifts, bladder scanners, and Accuvein for patient care
• Support a patient ratio of 1:2 during recovery and post-op care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across multiple surgical departments, including Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, and Pulmonary Lab
• Respond to emergency situations and participate in "Emergency Team" assignments if required

What You Need:

• Valid RN license in Louisiana or eligible for licensure
• ACLS, BCLS, and PALS certifications
• Prior experience in PACU, Pre/Post Op, or Critical Care Post Op preferred
• Ability to adapt quickly to a busy, high-volume environment
• Strong patient assessment and communication skills

About the Assignment:
This assignment is with a leading healthcare organization in New Orleans, supporting surgical, procedural, and recovery services in a busy, multi-specialty environment. You'll be integral to a team caring for patients across various ages and procedures, ensuring safe and efficient recovery care during the night shift. The unit includes dedicated pediatric and adult recovery sections, with high-volume surgical and procedural cases across two floors. Successful candidates are those comfortable floating, collaborating, and adapting in a fast-paced setting.


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