PACU RN
Chicago, IL
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Evenings

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 22, 2026
• Length: 6 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN for a fast-paced post-anesthesia unit requiring an active IL license and prior PACU/ASU recovery experience.

Details

• Fast-paced PACU unit recovering Cath Lab, GI, IR, and surgical patients
• Covers pre-op, post-op, and Phase 1 PACU care
• Evening shift with 10-hour shifts, flexible start times (10am or 11am)
• Floating required within the PACU department
• No on-call requirements
• No holiday requirements

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (American Heart or American Red Cross accepted for BLS)
• Minimum 3+ years of core staff experience in an acute care setting
• At least 2 successful travel contracts required
• Required experience in PACU, ASU recovery, and Cardiac Cath recovery
• EPIC EMR experience required and must be reflected in employment history
• Updated skills checklist required for consideration
• 2 current professional references required from a PACU Supervisor/Manager/Charge within the last year, at least one from a travel assignment preferred

Additional Information

• Recover patients from Cath Lab, GI, IR, and surgical procedures across pre-op, post-op, and Phase 1 PACU phases
• Punctuality is essential; tardiness is not tolerated in this department
• Looking for a seasoned, team-oriented PACU nurse with a positive attitude
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Returning permanent or per diem staff must have been away for 12 months before being considered for a travel assignment
• New graduates will not be considered for this position