PACU Nurse Jobs in Arizona
PACU Nurse jobs in Arizona are open across Mesa, Tucson, and Casa Grande and other Arizona metros, with employers like Banner Health, Northwest Medical Center, and HonorHealth hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Monday-Friday- no call or weekends! Full-Time.
Gateway Surgery Center, located conveniently by the 202 in Central Phoenix, delivers exceptional, personalized patient care to same-day surgery patients. We offer a wide variety of outpatient procedures based on the latest evidence-based practices. The center provides the optimal environment for accessible and affordable treatment and recovery. We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as the center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Additionally, our patients value the compassionate care they receive from our doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center to family and friends.
Atlas Healthcare and Banner Health have partnered to manage, operate and grow Banner Surgery Centers throughout the Southwest. As one of the fast-growing healthcare partnerships, our focus is to provide exceptional care and outstanding customer service to every patient, every physician, every time. All this while focusing daily on our company core values of Integrity, Culture, Teamwork, Respect, and Results. We provide top of the industry health and dental benefits with a matching retirement package. It’s a special working environment and one we believe you will greatly enjoy.
Position Summary
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing, or higher, required.
- Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice.
- BLS and ACLS required.
- PALS certification required within 90 days of start date if assigned ASC services pediatrics.
- Core (FT/PT): Minimum one-year licensed RN experience in PreOp/PACU (i.e. ICU, ED)
- Licensed RN with no experience in PreOp/PACU and enrolled in Perianesthesia Academy with successful completion within 4 months.
- New licensed RN enrolled in the Perianesthesia Academy with successful completion within 4 months.
- PRN: Minimum two years licensed RN experience in PreOp/PACU
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PreOp/PACU licensed RN experience strongly preferred.
Work Location: In person
Monday-Friday- no call or weekends! Full-Time.
Gateway Surgery Center, located conveniently by the 202 in Central Phoenix, delivers exceptional, personalized patient care to same-day surgery patients. We offer a wide variety of outpatient procedures based on the latest evidence-based practices. The center provides the optimal environment for accessible and affordable treatment and recovery. We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as the center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Additionally, our patients value the compassionate care they receive from our doctors and say they are likely to recommend our center to family and friends.
Atlas Healthcare and Banner Health have partnered to manage, operate and grow Banner Surgery Centers throughout the Southwest. As one of the fast-growing healthcare partnerships, our focus is to provide exceptional care and outstanding customer service to every patient, every physician, every time. All this while focusing daily on our company core values of Integrity, Culture, Teamwork, Respect, and Results. We provide top of the industry health and dental benefits with a matching retirement package. It’s a special working environment and one we believe you will greatly enjoy.
Position Summary
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing, or higher, required.
- Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice.
- BLS and ACLS required.
- PALS certification required within 90 days of start date if assigned ASC services pediatrics.
- Core (FT/PT): Minimum one-year licensed RN experience in PreOp/PACU (i.e. ICU, ED)
- Licensed RN with no experience in PreOp/PACU and enrolled in Perianesthesia Academy with successful completion within 4 months.
- New licensed RN enrolled in the Perianesthesia Academy with successful completion within 4 months.
- PRN: Minimum two years licensed RN experience in PreOp/PACU
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PreOp/PACU licensed RN experience strongly preferred.
Work Location: In person
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PACU Nurse Job Market in Arizona
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Who's Hiring
- Banner Health6
- Northwest Medical Center3
- HonorHealth1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in PACU nurse jobs across Arizona.
- Active RN licensure in the state of employment
- Current ACLS certification required at hire or within a defined period
- Minimum one to two years of critical care, emergency, or perioperative nursing experience
- PALS certification required for facilities with pediatric surgical cases
- Proficiency with hemodynamic monitoring and post-anesthesia assessment tools
- BLS certification current and maintained throughout employment
PACU Nurse Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How many PACU nurse jobs are there in Arizona?
There are 10+ PACU nurse openings in Arizona on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Mesa, Tucson, and Casa Grande. New positions post regularly as employers across Arizona hire.
How much do PACU nurses make in Arizona?
PACU nurses in Arizona earn a median of about $99,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,540 for the lowest 10% to over $130,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Arizona cities have the most PACU nurse jobs?
Mesa, Tucson, and Casa Grande have the most PACU nurse openings in Arizona right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire PACU nurses in Arizona?
Employers hiring PACU nurses in Arizona include Banner Health, Northwest Medical Center, and HonorHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote PACU nurse jobs in Arizona?
Yes. About 0% of PACU nurse openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Arizona metros.
How do I apply for PACU nurse jobs in Arizona?
You can apply to PACU nurse jobs in Arizona directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Arizona location, then apply to each one that fits.
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