PACU Nurse (RN) - Kansas City, Missouri

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Job Details

Location Kansas City, MO
Discipline RN-PACU
Date Posted February 05, 2026

Job Description

A registered nurse with recent experience in Preoperative (Preop) and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) settings is needed for a rewarding contract position in the Kansas City metropolitan area. This role offers a structured Monday through Friday schedule with 8-hour shifts, perfect for nurses seeking consistency and professional growth in perioperative nursing.

Qualifications or Desired Experience:

  • Current RN license in good standing
  • Minimum of 1 year recent experience in Preop and PACU nursing
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems; prior experience with Cerner or similar systems preferred but not mandatory

Location: Position is based near Kansas City, Missouri, providing access to a thriving healthcare community with numerous amenities, cultural attractions, and opportunities for outdoor activities in the region. The facility is located in a suburban area, offering a calm and supportive environment for focused patient care.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality nursing care to surgical patients in Preop and PACU units
  • Monitor patient status, manage post-anesthesia recovery, and ensure safety and comfort
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
  • Flexibly assist in related areas such as transfusion services when required
  • Participate in scheduled orientations to adapt to facility protocols and technology

Schedule/Hours:

  • Monday through Friday
  • 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (8-hour shifts)

Benefits and Perks:

  • Competitive compensation with bi-weekly pay cycles
  • Nicotine-free work environment promoting health and well-being
  • Orientation paid and designed to thoroughly prepare for success
  • Opportunity to engage in on-call shifts if within close proximity, enhancing earning potential and flexibility

This contract role suits experienced RNs who thrive in perioperative nursing and value a predictable weekday schedule. Candidates interested are encouraged to apply promptly for consideration in this excellent opportunity to advance their nursing career in a supportive healthcare setting. Apply today to take the next step toward joining a dynamic clinical team in the Kansas City area.

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