PACU RN in Dayton, Ohio
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Dayton, OH
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,330/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $64.72
- Weekly
- $2,330
- Yearly (full-time)
- $121,160
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $64.72/hour — 63% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio ($39.67/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio right now
- 1,785 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio from 6 agencies, 42 of them in Dayton.
- Pay in these listings: $14.59 – $196/hour, median $55.28/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Ohio: $39.67/hour ($82,514/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 7 jobs).
Job description
Join a rewarding travel contract as a PACU Registered Nurse in Dayton, Ohio, where you'll be the key player in postoperative recovery, ensuring patients emerge safely from anesthesia and are ready to return home or transition to next care steps. You'll work in a well-organized setting, providing skilled nursing care in the PreOp/PACU environment during day shifts that are either four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in perioperative recovery while enjoying the charm and comfort of Dayton.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Dayton tends to be mild and pleasant, with crisp autumn air and colorful fall foliage, making it an ideal time to explore the city’s outdoor areas and parks after your shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park (Historical sites and museums)
- Visit the National Museum of the US Air Force (Day trip)
- Engage in outdoor activities at the Riverfront Park
- Explore the Ohio Caverns (Day trip)
- Enjoy local eateries in the Oregon Historic District
Job Specifics:
Location: Dayton, Ohio
Shift: 10-hour days, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM (option for 4x10s or 5x8s)
Duration: 13 weeks
Total Weekly Hours: 40 hours
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