PACU Registered Nurse
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring at least 1 year of mixed adult/pediatric PACU experience at a Level 1 trauma center, with proficiency in critical care skills including ventilator management and trauma protocols.

Details

• PACU unit within a Level 1 trauma hospital that is also the only burn center in the Phoenix area, treating highly acute adult and pediatric cases
• Patient population spans neonates through geriatrics, with an approximate mix of 70% adult and 30% pediatric cases
• Pediatric cases include critically ill patients from the PICU and Peds Burn unit; peds volume fluctuates week to week
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Weekend requirement to be discussed during the interview process
• On-call requirement of approximately 4–6 call shifts per 6-week schedule, with further details discussed during the interview
• No floating required

Requirements

• Active AZ or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and an advanced trauma certification (TNCC, ATCN, TACR, or equivalent)
• Minimum 1 year of PICU or ICU experience AND 1 year of Phase 1 PACU experience in a mixed adult/pediatric setting at a Level 1 trauma hospital; alternatively, candidates with a demonstrated combination of both adult and pediatric PACU experience in their work history will be considered
• Proficiency in central line care and management, IV vasopressor administration, care of ventilated patients, chest tube management, and Malignant Hyperthermia protocols
• Must be comfortable caring for critically ill pediatric patients, including neonates and infants, in Phase 1 PACU recovery scenarios
• Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Provides Phase 1 post-anesthesia recovery care for a wide range of adult and pediatric surgical and trauma patients, including burn, ICU-level, and outpatient cases
• Must be prepared to care for pediatric patients on an as-needed basis, including critically ill peds patients awaiting ICU bed placement
• Teaching hospital experience is preferred
• First-time travelers are generally not considered, though exceptions may be made for candidates who meet all requirements and demonstrate exceptionally strong experience
• Local candidates are not accepted for this position