PACU RN
Louisville, KY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,144/weekOverview
- Start Date10/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 18, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN - PACU with 2+ years of PACU experience, litho experience, and a KY or compact RN license required.
Details
- Self-contained surgical PACU unit with 6 pre/post beds and 2 ORs
- Average patient ratio of 2:1
- Common procedures include lithotripsy, cystoscopy, and TURP/TURBT
- Common medications administered include Fentanyl, Versed, and Dilaudid
- Uses Epic EMR
- Surgical scrubs provided
- Day shift schedule from 7a-7p, 3 days per week, 36 hours weekly
- Call required, including one weekday shift 7p-11p
- Weekend on-call required no more than every 6th weekend, 7a-7p Saturday and Sunday
Requirements
- Active KY or compact RN license
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of PACU RN experience
- Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience
- Litho experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (ASN) required
- Must be able to read telemetry and titrate medications
- Skills required include IV insertion, sedation, trach care, and CBI
- Pre/post-anesthesia or circulator experience preferred
Additional Information
- Responsible for assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care plans
- Provides patient and family education specific to care, treatment, and discharge needs
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and delegates tasks to licensed and non-licensed staff
- Serves as a mentor and preceptor for other staff members
- Participates in quality, safety, and service improvement initiatives
- Complies with regulatory standards and organizational practice governance model
Facility
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
- Childrens
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona is very quick to respond, friendly, and gets you submitted fast. Highly recommend her.
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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