Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics
Jacksonville, NC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Pediatric Registered Nurse – Pediatric PACU Travel Nursing Job in Jacksonville, NC

Join a dynamic Pediatric PACU team in Jacksonville, North Carolina, and provide specialized post-anesthesia care in a supportive, patient-focused environment. This 13-week pediatric registered nurse travel assignment offers 1:1 patient care, strong teamwork, and the chance to grow your experience in a high-acuity surgical services setting. Jacksonville, NC is a welcoming coastal community near the Crystal Coast, offering outdoor recreation and the comfort of a friendly North Carolina lifestyle.

Job Details

• Specialty: Pediatric PACU
• Setting: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Employment Type: Travel Nurse / Travel RN
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Shift: Day shift, 12 hours (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Shifts Per Week: 3
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,660 - $1,750
• Location: Jacksonville, North Carolina

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of 1 year of Main Hospital PACU experience required
• Pediatric nursing experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Experience working in the operating room with pediatric patients preferred
• Ability to work scheduled weekends and holidays as needed
• Comfortable participating in on-call coverage when assigned
• Willingness to float to like acuity areas when needed

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate post-anesthesia care for pediatric patients recovering from surgery
• Monitor airway status, pain levels, vital signs, and overall recovery needs
• Deliver high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced PACU environment with 1:1 patient ratios
• Support smooth transitions of care from the operating room to recovery and onward to the next level of care
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical services team to ensure excellent patient outcomes
• Maintain a strong focus on patient safety, family-centered care, and service excellence
• Assist with patient flow and team support across similar acuity areas as needed

Apply now to join this rewarding Pediatric PACU nursing job in Jacksonville, NC and make an impact in pediatric healthcare today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.