Job Opportunity – Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse – Wisconsin
Start Date: November 9, 2026
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Evening/Night shifts, 8/10/12 hour shifts available, 7:00pm-7:30am or 11:00pm-7:30am with flexibility. Monday-Friday OR Sunday through Thursday with no on-call requirements.
Highlights:
- Work in a state-of-the-art, Magnet-designated comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center
- Care for diverse surgical and procedural pediatric populations including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults
- Level I Pediatric Trauma Center experience with Epic EMR system
- Daily census of approximately 25 patients with extensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
- 24 hours of orientation provided with no weekend call requirements
- Work with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a warm, healing environment designed specifically for children and families
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of pediatric PACU experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Wisconsin RN license or active Compact RN license
- BLS and PALS certifications (American Heart Association ONLY)
- Previous travel experience required
- Must pass telemetry competency examination prior to start (strict passing criteria with multiple attempts allowed)
- Level I Trauma Center experience required
- Charge experience preferred
- Minimum 2 years acute care experience within the last 3 years in specialty
- Must reside 50 miles or more from facility (local candidates not accepted)
Clinical Skills:
- End-tidal CO2 monitoring, airway assessment, and placement of oral/nasal airways
- Extubation of LMA/ET tubes and care of ventilated patients
- Arterial line management and interpretation of ABGs
- Central line and PICC line care/management, accessing and managing ports
- Blood product administration and IV vasopressor management
- Starting and maintaining IVs, PCA pump management
- Dysrhythmia recognition/management and circulation checks
- Pain assessment and management including post-epidural care
- Experience with diverse surgical specialties: ENT, orthopedic/spine, neurosurgery, general surgery, gynecology, urology, plastics, and ophthalmology procedures
- Management of pediatric patients across all age groups
- Malignant hyperthermia protocol knowledge
Vaccination Requirements:
- COVID-19 vaccine: Not required
- Influenza vaccine: Required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Additional Information:
- Floating to other units required as needed
- Parking permit required if parking onsite; alternative transportation options available including bus and park-and-ride services
- Pre-approved time off requests considered
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a premier pediatric healthcare team at a nationally recognized, Magnet-designated facility that provides comprehensive medical and surgical care in a child-friendly, healing environment. This position offers the opportunity to work with expert pediatric specialists while making a meaningful impact on children and families from across the region. The facility's commitment to excellence, combined with a supportive interdisciplinary team and state-of-the-art resources, creates an ideal environment for experienced PACU nurses seeking to advance their pediatric specialty practice.