PACU Nurse Jobs
- 128 open jobs
- Jobs added hourly
Perioperative Registered Nurse
- UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
- Pueblo, CO
Outpatient Perioperative PACU Registered Nurse
- UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
- Pueblo, CO
Operating Room Registered Nurse
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Aurora, CO
PACU Registered Nurse
- UCHealth Memorial Admin Ctr MAC COS
- Colorado Springs, CO
PACU Registered Nurse
- UCHealth Memorial Admin Ctr MAC COS
- Colorado Springs, CO
PACU Registered Nurse
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Aurora, CO
PACU Registered Nurse
- UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
- Highlands Ranch, CO
PACU Registered Nurse
- UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
- Highlands Ranch, CO
Outpatient Digestive Health Registered Nurse
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Aurora, CO
Registered Nurse – Digestive Health Center
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Aurora, CO
Perioperative Registered Nurse
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Aurora, CO
Perioperative RN
- UCHealth Cherry Creek MOB and ASC
- Denver, CO
Ambulatory Surgery Center Pre/Post-Op RN
- UCHealth Cherry Creek MOB and ASC
- Denver, CO
Perioperative Registered Nurse
- UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
- Pueblo, CO
Perioperative RN
- UCHealth Parkview Medical Center
- Pueblo, CO
Endoscopy PACU RN
- Aurora Endoscopy Center
- Aurora, CO
Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU
- Surgicare of South Austin
- Cedar Park, TX
Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU
- Surgicare of South Austin
- Round Rock, TX
Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU
- Surgicare of South Austin
- Pflugerville, TX
Clinical Nurse Coordinator – PACU
- Surgicare of South Austin
- Austin, TX

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.
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?
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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