PACU RN
Minneapolis, MN
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days
$2,271/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration12 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care662 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 12 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for an endoscopy pre/post and procedural role requiring 1 year of specialty experience and a MN RN license.
Details
- Work in the PACU/Endoscopy unit of a Magnet-designated, teaching hospital with Level III Trauma status
- Average daily census of 18 procedures per day
- Admit and recover endoscopy patients in a Phase 2 recovery area, typically caring for no more than 2-3 patients at a time
- Procedure room staffing usually includes a CRNA and 1-2 RNs, with 2 RNs required for moderate sedation cases
- RNs perform all equipment assistance in the procedure room; RTs are sometimes used for pulmonary procedures
- Supports advanced procedures including pulmonary robotic bronchoscopy, EBUS, ERCP, EUS, EMR, ESD, EGD, and colonoscopy
- Day shift schedule, 4x10 hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- No weekend requirements
- No on-call responsibilities
- No floating within scope required
- Uses Epic/Excellian charting system
Requirements
- Active MN RN license required
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of experience in pre/post endoscopy and procedural care required
- Experience administering and monitoring conscious sedation
- Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- Experience with starting and maintaining IVs
- Competency in circulate, pre-procedure, and post-procedure duties
- Experience recovering conscious sedation patients
Additional Information
- Scrubs are provided by the unit
- Candidates may float within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital if needed
- No more than 5 days of requested time off during the assignment
- Must be at least 100 miles from the facility to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted for this position
- Returning travelers must have been gone at least 3 months since their last shift worked in a perm staff or per diem role
- Facility does not provide references to travelers post-assignment or to those who previously worked as perm employees
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Facility
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
9 nurses recommend working with Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Pros
Travel friendly, night shift rocks laid back. No holding patients all night
Cons
There was one doctor that was a little anti nurse
- Short Term Acute Care
- 662 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Minneapolis, MN
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Minneapolis, MN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.
- Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
- Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.
- Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.
- Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.
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