Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse

DGADA Management; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 89,000 - 148,000; Part time

Job summary

DGADA Staffing Group is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU (Pediatrics) for per diem opportunities in Dayton, OH. You will provide specialized post-anesthesia care to pediatric surgical patients, monitoring emergence and pain, and documenting care in EPIC EMR.

The role requires an active Ohio RN license, at least 3 years of pediatric acute care experience, EPIC EMR proficiency, and BLS/PALS certifications. Per diem assignments offer flexible scheduling in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN license with no encumbrances.
• Minimum 3 years of acute care pediatric experience within the last 5 years.
• Minimum 1 year of EPIC EMR experience.
• Active AHA BLS and AHA PALS certifications.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN or ASN).
• Pre-placement clearances including background check, drug screen, annual physical, and TB screening; immunizations up to date.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia nursing care to pediatric patients emerging from anesthesia.
• Monitor airway stability, vital signs, surgical sites and pain management.
• Assess for post-operative complications and intervene per physician orders.
• Maintain complete clinical recovery records using EPIC EMR.
• Coordinate discharge or handoff reporting to inpatient units.
• Educate parents and family on recovery instructions and care.
• Adhere to infection control policies and safety protocols.

Skills

Pediatric patient care

Post-anesthesia recovery

EPIC EMR navigation

Education

BSN or ASN diploma

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU (Pediatrics)

Location: Dayton, OH

Employment Type: Per Diem

Job Description

DGADA Staffing Group is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU (Pediatrics) for per diem opportunities in Dayton, OH. In this role, you will provide specialized post-anesthesia care to pediatric surgical patients recovering from general, orthopedic, burn, and plastic/reconstructive surgeries. You will monitor post-operative emergence, airway management, pain levels, vital signs, and document care in EPIC EMR.

Responsibilities

• Deliver post-anesthesia nursing care to pediatric patients emerging from anesthesia.
• Continuously monitor airway stability, vital signs, surgical sites, and pain management.
• Assess post-operative complications and intervene promptly in accordance with physician orders.
• Maintain complete and accurate clinical recovery records using EPIC EMR.
• Coordinate post-operative discharge or handoff reporting to inpatient surgical or pediatric units.
• Educate parents and family members on post-procedure recovery instructions and care.
• Adhere strictly to infection control policies and safety protocols.

Requirements

• Active License: Current, unencumbered Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Pediatric Experience: Minimum 3 years of acute care pediatric experience within the last 5 years.
• EMR Experience: Minimum 1 year of EPIC EMR experience.
• Certifications:
  • Active AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) Provider
  • Active AHA PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Provider
• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN or ASN diploma).
• Pre-Placement Clearances:
  • Background check clearance (Checkr Alias + State + EDU + VOE)
  • Drug Screen clearance
  • Annual Physical Exam & TB Screening clearance
  • Proof of immunizations (MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hep B, Annual Flu shot)