PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary Guide: Missouri
Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary
$49.87/hour
The average salary for a PreOp / PACU Nurse in Missouri is $49.87 per hour. This is 6% lower than the US average of $52.99.
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$49.87/hour
Missouri
6% lower than the US average.
$52.99/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for PreOp / PACU Nurses?
Kansas City, Missouri pays PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Lee's Summit, Missouri ($40). Kansas City, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Missouri average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Kansas City, Missouri pays 12% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, Missouri | $44 | $62 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $40 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs in Missouri?
Perm Staff Jobs pays PreOp / PACU Nurses the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by BJC HealthCare ($40). For comparison, the Missouri average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $49 | $49 |
| BJC HealthCare | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Assistant Nurse Manager - Pre/Post, PACU
- Christian Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
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Registered Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Blue River Surgery Center
- Kansas City, MO
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