PACU Nurse Jobs in Missouri
PACU Nurse jobs in Missouri are consistently in demand across the state's large academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, and ambulatory surgery centers, with openings at both staff and charge-level seniority. St. Louis and Kansas City lead in volume, followed by Springfield, where BJC HealthCare, Saint Luke's Health System, and Mercy Health maintain ongoing recruitment for post-anesthesia care roles. The most sought-after specialties are cardiac surgical recovery, orthopedic and joint replacement post-op care, and pediatric PACU nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Landmark Surgery Center is hiring a Full Time PACU Registered Nurse!
Welcome to Landmark Surgery Center!
Landmark Surgery Center, a leading outpatient surgical facility dedicated to providing high-quality care and service-oriented environment, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Full-Time PACU Registered Nurse to join our team. As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth surgical operations.
Landmark Surgery Center is an accredited facility recognized by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. Our commitment to excellence and service extends to our physician ownership.
PACU Registered Nurse at Landmark Surgery Center
We are looking for a caring, compassionate, highly skilled Registered Nurse to work in our Pre-Op and Recovery Room. The RN will be responsible for pre-operative and post-operative care of patients in our ambulatory surgery center. Experience in a surgical setting, recovery room or critical care (ICU, ER, etc.) strongly desired. Exceptional working environment and excellent nurse:patient ratios! No weekends or holidays! Please apply today if you're interested in this exciting opportunity!
Position requires weekdays only - no holidays, weekends, or call. Some later evenings required. Competitive salary and benefits for the right candidate.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
- Active RN license in the state.
- A minimum of one year of experience in critical care required; surgical setting experience and cardiac monitoring strongly desired.
- Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
- Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet needs of patients and unit.
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
What We Offer:
As a valued member of USPI, your health and well‑being are important to us. We are proud to provide you and your dependents with valuable and significant benefits. USPI knows the value of well-rounded, balanced employees, which is why we offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life’s daily stresses.
- Competitive wages
- Opportunities to better yourself professionally
- Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
- Education Assistance
- Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance
Who We Are
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.
USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
For more information about USPI, check out our website, Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
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Landmark Surgery Center is hiring a Full Time PACU Registered Nurse!
Welcome to Landmark Surgery Center!
Landmark Surgery Center, a leading outpatient surgical facility dedicated to providing high-quality care and service-oriented environment, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Full-Time PACU Registered Nurse to join our team. As a PACU Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth surgical operations.
Landmark Surgery Center is an accredited facility recognized by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. Our commitment to excellence and service extends to our physician ownership.
PACU Registered Nurse at Landmark Surgery Center
We are looking for a caring, compassionate, highly skilled Registered Nurse to work in our Pre-Op and Recovery Room. The RN will be responsible for pre-operative and post-operative care of patients in our ambulatory surgery center. Experience in a surgical setting, recovery room or critical care (ICU, ER, etc.) strongly desired. Exceptional working environment and excellent nurse:patient ratios! No weekends or holidays! Please apply today if you're interested in this exciting opportunity!
Position requires weekdays only - no holidays, weekends, or call. Some later evenings required. Competitive salary and benefits for the right candidate.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
- Active RN license in the state.
- A minimum of one year of experience in critical care required; surgical setting experience and cardiac monitoring strongly desired.
- Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
- Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet needs of patients and unit.
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
What We Offer:
As a valued member of USPI, your health and well‑being are important to us. We are proud to provide you and your dependents with valuable and significant benefits. USPI knows the value of well-rounded, balanced employees, which is why we offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life’s daily stresses.
- Competitive wages
- Opportunities to better yourself professionally
- Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
- Education Assistance
- Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance
Who We Are
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.
USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
For more information about USPI, check out our website, Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in PACU nurse jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri RN license or a compact license recognized in Missouri
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or critical care nursing experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certification from a recognized provider
- CPAN or CAPA certification preferred or required by many Missouri hospital systems
- Demonstrated ability to monitor and manage post-anesthesia patients independently
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in Missouri surgical settings
PACU Nurse Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pacu nurse in Missouri?
To become a pacu nurse in Missouri, you first earn an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, then pass the NCLEX-RN to obtain licensure through the Missouri State Board of Nursing. From there, most Missouri employers require at least one year of acute or critical care experience before moving into a PACU role. Earning the CPAN credential through the American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification strengthens your candidacy significantly.
How much do PACU nurses make in Missouri?
PACU nurses in Missouri earn a median of about $81,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,230 for the lowest 10% to over $104,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pacu nurses in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring pacu nurses in Missouri include University of Missouri Health Care, United Surgical Partners, and Mercy, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers affiliated with universities in St. Louis and Kansas City, tend to post the most consistent volume of PACU openings.
Which Missouri cities have the most pacu nurse jobs?
The cities with the most pacu nurse openings in Missouri are St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia. St. Louis and Kansas City dominate because of their concentration of major hospital systems and surgical centers, while Springfield supports steady demand through Mercy's large regional flagship campus and CoxHealth, which serve a broad rural catchment area across southern Missouri.
How can I get hired as a pacu nurse in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a surgical or critical care new-graduate residency program, then transitioning into PACU. BJC HealthCare and Saint Luke's Health System in Missouri run structured new-grad residencies that include ICU and step-down rotations, which build the hemodynamic monitoring skills PACU units require. Starting as a recovery room technician, surgical tech, or anesthesia aide at a Missouri ambulatory surgery center is another door, as is completing a CPAN exam prep course to signal readiness before landing the first PACU role.
Where can I find and apply to pacu nurse jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to pacu nurse jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across hospital systems, surgical centers, and outpatient facilities. Search the listings, find a role that matches your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employer.
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