PACU Registered Nurse – Pediatric & Adult Patient Care – New Orleans, LA
Are you looking for a rewarding nursing opportunity with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a supportive team? Join a leading facility in New Orleans, LA, as a PACU Registered Nurse and enjoy a weekday daytime schedule, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work in a dynamic surgical environment. This assignment is ideal for nurses who excel in patient recovery care, enjoy collaborative teams, and are comfortable floating to pediatric PACU as needed.
Quick Facts:
- Location: 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121
- Start Date: 07/20/2026
- End Date: 10/19/2026
- Shift: Day, 8-hour shifts (07:00 - 15:30)
- Hours/Week: 40
- Employment Type: Contract / Per Diem
- Licenses/Certifications: Active ACLS, BCLS, PALS required
- Experience: PACU or Pre/Post-Op experience preferred
Pay & Benefits:
- Pay package discussed upon application
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable laws
- Licensure, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You’ll Do:
- Monitor and care for patients in post-anesthesia recovery, supporting both pediatric and adult populations
- Float to pediatric PACU as needed, providing high-quality patient care across all ages
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe recovery from surgeries and procedures
- Utilize hospital equipment such as Hoyer lifts, bladder scanners, and AccuVein to enhance patient safety
- Support patients through all recovery phases: pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II
- Maintain compliance with all safety and clinical protocols, including Epic electronic health record documentation
- Assist in high-volume surgical settings across two floors with diverse procedures
What You Need:
- Valid Louisiana Registered Nurse license or license to practice in the US
- Current ACLS, BCLS, and PALS certifications
- 1+ year of PACU or Pre/Post-Op nursing experience
- Strong skills in patient assessment, critical thinking, and teamwork
- Ability to adapt to floating and working with pediatric and adult patients
About the Assignment:
This role is based in a prominent hospital in New Orleans, supporting all surgical/procedural populations, excluding critical care services. The unit manages cases across various specialties, with high volumes of pediatric and adult patients. You will be part of a dedicated team providing exceptional post-operative recovery care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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