PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary Guide
Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary
Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary
$35.50/hour
The average salary for a PreOp / PACU Nurse is $35.50 per hour. This is 35% lower than the nursing US average of $47.97.
Last updated on February 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for PreOp / PACU Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
Salaries for PreOp / PACU Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$35.50/hour
35% lower than the nursing US average.
$47.97/hour
United States
Where do PreOp / PACU Nurses get paid the most?
Where do PreOp / PACU Nurses get paid the most?
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $68 | $77 |
| Massachusetts | $62 | $66 |
| Wisconsin | $60 | $65 |
| Maryland | $52 | $60 |
| Minnesota | $51 | $53 |
| Virginia | $50 | $63 |
| New Mexico | $50 | $55 |
| New Hampshire | $49 | $58 |
| Colorado | $48 | $54 |
| Missouri | $48 | $57 |
| Connecticut | $48 | $48 |
| Georgia | $47 | $53 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $50 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $64 |
| Kansas | $44 | $50 |
| Arizona | $43 | $52 |
| Nevada | $42 | $57 |
| Texas | $42 | $52 |
| Washington | $41 | $58 |
| Vermont | $41 | $42 |
| Florida | $35 | $45 |
| Tennessee | $33 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UW Health | $50 | $50 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $41 |
| Tenet-AZ Region | $39 | $39 |
| BJC HealthCare | $39 | $39 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $37 | $37 |
Last updated on February 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
PreOp / PACU Nurse Career Guide
Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.
Go to the guideTop PreOp / PACU Nurse Jobs
View job details for Surgical Services Nurse Manager
Staff Position
Surgical Services Nurse Manager
- Core Medical-Perm
- Hendersonville, TN
- 3x12 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$90K-135K/year
approximately $48-73/hrPosted 9 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- UW Health
- Madison, WI
$40-60/hour
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Missouri Baptist Medical Center
- Saint Louis, MO
$30-47/hour
View job details for Charge Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Staff Position
Charge Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Abrazo West Campus
- Goodyear, AZ
- 3x12 hrs
$34-44/hour
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Staff Position
Registered Nurse (RN) - PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Abrazo West Campus
- Goodyear, AZ
- 3x12 hrs
$34-44/hour
Get alerts about new jobs and salary trends
Be the first to know about new jobs for PreOp / PACU Nurses with the salary that suits you.
Featured Blog Posts
Featured Blog Posts
Open article 5 Ways to Take Care of Yourself This World Mental Health Day
5 Ways to Take Care of Yourself This World Mental Health Day Check out these top ways to prioritize yourself today and everyday.
Open article Celebrate Nurses Week 2025 with Vivian Health
Celebrate Nurses Week 2025 with Vivian Health We appreciate the 4.4 million nurses serving the nation. Check this page May 6th – 12th as we say thanks.
Open article Technology in Nursing Education: Perks of Online Degree and Certification Programs
Technology in Nursing Education: Perks of Online Degree and Certification Programs Flexibility, accessibility and lower costs make it easier to get your nursing degree.
