PACU RN
Wilson, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring ACLS and PALS certifications along with prior PACU experience.

Details

• Work in an 8-bed PACU unit plus 1 isolation room in a 294-bed Joint Commission accredited hospital
• Patient population includes post-op surgical patients recovering from general anesthesia, all ages except neonates
• Patient ratios follow ASPAN standards, ranging from 1:1 to 2:1
• Uses cardiac monitors, IV equipment, SCDs, nasal O2, Omni Cell, and blanket warmers
• Meditech EHR experience preferred
• Shift varies between 0700-1800 with start and end times rotating among staff
• Must be willing to work 8x5 and 4x10 schedules as needed
• Call responsibilities required, typically once per week and every 3-4 weekends
• Weekend requirement is every other weekend
• Floating not typically required but may assist in other surgical services areas if needed

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
• ICU experience preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• Active Nursys/licensure verification required at time of consideration

Additional Information

• Provide post-anesthesia recovery care for surgical patients
• Supervised by Don Tricarico
• Team environment values a pleasant, positive, and team-oriented personality fit
• Must comply with facility HR dress code policy, no inappropriate or revealing clothing
• Bi-weekly orientation schedule with multiple upcoming start dates
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for travel assignment
• Previous perm staff employment at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months is not permitted
• Cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment