PACU Registered Nurse
Jacksonville, NC
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,834/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Valid RN license
Description
Quick Look
ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (Day Shift) in Jacksonville, North Carolina.
Location
Jacksonville, NC
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule/Shift
3x12-hour shifts, Days: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. On-call required for nights, weekends, and holidays, typically one night per week. Weekend and holiday coverage is required.
Job Description
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Onslow Memorial Hospital is a specialized, 8-bay unit providing immediate postoperative care to pediatric patients following surgery. PACU nurses are responsible for managing patient airways, pain levels, vital signs, and other postoperative needs before patients are transferred to the Ambulatory Surgery Unit (ASU) for continued observation. This role emphasizes patient safety and satisfaction, utilizing the latest surgical technology in collaboration with board-certified surgeons and experienced healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
- Provide immediate postoperative care to pediatric patients.
- Monitor patient airways, pain levels, and vital signs at a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio.
- Attend to postoperative needs and ensure patient safety before transfer to ASU.
- Collaborate with surgical teams and interdisciplinary support for optimal care delivery.
Required Experience
- One year of Main Hospital PACU experience required.
- Pediatric experience in the operating room required.
Certifications/Licensure
- Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
- CPI certification required.
- NC or compact nursing license required.
About ARMStaffing
Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.
As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.
```Employer
ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
About Jacksonville, NC
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Jacksonville, NC here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 80s°F and lows in the 60s°F.
- Winter average highs in the 50s°F and lows in the 30s°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially due to the military presence in the area.
- Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population due to the military presence.
- Wide age range with a significant number of young adults.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma.
- Jacksonville has a large population of travel nurses due to the military and healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Art and music scene is growing.
- Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and water sports.
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