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Registered Nurse - PACU (Pediatrics)
Location: St. Louis, MO
Start Date: 04-13-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
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 as they recover from surgery
- Monitor vital signs, airway status and level of consciousness, intervening promptly when needed
- Administer medications and manage pain per protocol, with careful documentation
- Communicate clearly and empathetically with families and the perioperative team
- Perform focused assessments and ensure safe handoffs to the inpatient team or discharge
- Participate in orientation, unit training and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
- Experience in PACU or pediatric nursing is highly desirable
- Current BLS required; PALS preferred and ACLS as applicable
- Comfortable with pediatric airway management, pain control and post-anesthesia monitoring
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Ability to complete required orientation and competency validations
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in pediatric assessment and age-appropriate care
- Knowledge of post-anesthesia monitoring, emergence delirium and pain management
- Proficiency with IV therapy, medication administration and monitoring equipment
- Solid documentation skills and familiarity with electronic medical records
- Ability to collaborate effectively with anesthesia, surgeons and family members
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Generous paid time off so you can recharge (yes, naps count in spirit)
- Supportive team environment that values your pediatric expertise
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current
- Paid orientation to set you up for success from day one
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Life insurance and basic benefits for peace of mind
- Referral program to reward you for bringing great people on board
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PACU (Pediatrics)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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