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Registered Nurse - PACU (Peds) – UHC Staffing

Registered Nurse - PACU (Peds)

Location: St. Louis, MO

Start Date: 04-27-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 4-hour shifts; exact start/end times and days not specified in the posting. Shift type: Not specified. Orientation required.

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

Monitor pediatric patients in the post-anesthesia care unit and ensure safe recovery
Assess airway, breathing and circulation and intervene promptly when needed
Administer medications and pain management interventions per orders
Provide compassionate, family-centered education and handoffs to caregivers
Collaborate with anesthesia, surgical teams and unit staff to coordinate care
Document patient status and interventions accurately in the medical record
Maintain a safe, calming environment for children and families during recovery

Qualifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (Missouri license or compact RN where applicable)
Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
Experience or strong interest in PACU and pediatric patient care
Comfortable with IV medications, airway management and pediatric assessment
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN). BSN preferred where available.

Knowledge & Skills

Post-anesthesia care principles and pediatric recovery assessment
Airway and respiratory management for children
Medication administration and titration in the PACU setting
Pain management techniques for postoperative pediatric patients
Accurate charting and handoff communication
Calm, reassuring approach with children and families

Benefits

Supportive orientation and preceptor program to get you comfortable in the PACU
Medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you healthy on and off the clock
Paid time off so you can actually recharge
Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you maintain credentials
Continuing education support and opportunities to grow clinically
A collaborative team environment where your pediatric skills are valued
Employee assistance and wellness programs to support work-life balance

Apply Now

Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PACU (Peds)? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.

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