PACU Registered Nurse

PACU Registered Nurse - New Orleans, LA | Day Shifts 3x12-Hour (11:00 - 23:30)

Join a leading facility in New Orleans, Louisiana, as a PACU Registered Nurse and enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment with flexible floating to pediatric PACU as needed. Benefit from competitive pay, weekly pay schedule via direct deposit, comprehensive medical coverage, and a supportive team committed to your success. Immediate start available for a rewarding 3-month assignment with potential extensions, perfect for experienced perioperative nurses seeking variety and growth.

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Quick Facts

• Location: 1514 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• End Date: 10/12/2026
• Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (11:00 - 23:30)
• Hours/Week: 36 hours
• Employment Type: Contract
• Licenses/Certs: ACLS, BLS, PALS required
• Experience: PACU or Pre/Post Op experience; Critical Care Post Op preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Pay rate: $53.60/hour
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time (state, federal, and local laws)
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You'll Do

• Provide postoperative care to pediatric and adult patients recovering from surgery
• Support patients across all major surgical services in a high-volume environment
• Float to pediatric PACU as needed, caring for patients of all ages
• Utilize specialized equipment such as Hoyer lifts, bladder scanners, and Accuvein
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams supporting perioperative patient care
• Document patient assessments and interventions accurately in Epic EMR
• Respond promptly to emergent patient needs and emergency situations

What You Need

• Valid ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
• 1+ year of PACU or Pre/Post Op nursing experience (Critical Care Post Op preferred)
• Ability to adapt to floating between adult and pediatric PACU environments
• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills
• Comfort working in fast-paced surgical/trauma settings

About the Assignment
This assignment is at a major hospital supporting a busy surgical and procedural unit that handles over 34 operating rooms across two floors. The department provides pre-op, post-op, and recovery services for patients of all ages, with a high volume of pediatric cases in a specialized pediatric GI/lithotripsy and shared recovery spaces. The role involves collaborating in a supportive team to ensure successful recovery and patient safety.

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