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Perioperative Registered Nurse

  • UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
  • Pueblo, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
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Outpatient Perioperative PACU Registered Nurse

  • UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
  • Pueblo, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
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Operating Room Registered Nurse

  • University of Colorado Hospital
  • Aurora, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 7 days ago
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PACU Registered Nurse

  • UCHealth Memorial Admin Ctr MAC COS
  • Colorado Springs, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
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PACU Registered Nurse

  • UCHealth Memorial Admin Ctr MAC COS
  • Colorado Springs, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
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PACU Registered Nurse

  • University of Colorado Hospital
  • Aurora, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
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PACU Registered Nurse

  • UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
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PACU Registered Nurse

  • UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
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Outpatient Digestive Health Registered Nurse

  • University of Colorado Hospital
  • Aurora, CO
Above Average Pay
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Registered Nurse – Digestive Health Center

  • University of Colorado Hospital
  • Aurora, CO
Above Average Pay
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Perioperative Registered Nurse

  • University of Colorado Hospital
  • Aurora, CO
Above Average Pay
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Perioperative RN

  • UCHealth Cherry Creek MOB and ASC
  • Denver, CO
Posted 4 days ago
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Ambulatory Surgery Center Pre/Post-Op RN

  • UCHealth Cherry Creek MOB and ASC
  • Denver, CO
Posted 4 days ago
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Perioperative Registered Nurse

  • UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
  • Pueblo, CO
Posted 8 days ago
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Perioperative RN

  • UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
  • Pueblo, CO
Posted 8 days ago
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Endoscopy PACU RN

  • Aurora Endoscopy Center
  • Aurora, CO
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View job details for Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU
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Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU

  • Surgicare of South Austin
  • Cedar Park, TX
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Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU

  • Surgicare of South Austin
  • Round Rock, TX
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Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU

  • Surgicare of South Austin
  • Pflugerville, TX
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Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU

  • Surgicare of South Austin
  • Austin, TX
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PACU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average PACU Nurse Salary

$35.35/hour

The average salary for a PACU Nurse is $35.35 per hour. This is 5% lower than the nursing US average of $37.24.

Last updated on February 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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PACU Nurse Jobs FAQs

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, February 14th 2026, Vivian has 21 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 per hour on average and up to $76 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, February 14th 2026, Vivian has 68 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $55 per hour on average, and up to $84 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, February 14th 2026, Vivian has 1,142 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,226 per hour on average, and up to $3,528 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a PACU Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's PACU Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

What is a PACU Nurse?

PACU nurses work in the postanesthesia care unit of a medical facility. The PACU is a type of critical care unit where nurses and other medical professionals observe patients who are waking up from anesthesia. PACU nurses have many responsibilities, including the continuous monitoring of vital signs.

Which certifications are best for PACU nurses?

Some healthcare employers may prefer PACU nurse job candidates with Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia nurse (CAPA), and some may even require specific professional certifications.

How does having a Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia nurse (CAPA) increase my value as a PACU nurse job candidate?

Having a Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia nurse (CAPA) validates your knowledge and skills as a PACU nurse and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

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