Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Lexington, KY
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Interventional Radiology Prep/Recovery at a leading healthcare facility in Lexington, Kentucky (zip code 40536). This 14-week travel nursing assignment offers hands-on experience with a diverse patient population in a state-of-the-art hospital. Discover why Lexington is a top destination for Kentucky nursing jobs, known for its vibrant culture and welcoming healthcare community.

Key Job Details – PACU RN Travel Assignment

• Location: Lexington, KY 40536 (Kentucky healthcare jobs)
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing Contract
• Duration: 14 weeks (Start: 01/13/2026 – End: 04/21/2026)
• Shift: 3 x 12-hour day shifts/week (rotating start times: 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM)
• Total Hours: 36 hours per week
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1800–$1840
• Call: 2-3 call shifts per 6-week schedule (weekday/weekend as needed)
• Unit: Interventional Radiology PACU (Prep/Recovery)
• Patient Population: Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Number of Beds: 24
• Average Daily Census: ~50 patients

PACU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Compact or Kentucky RN license (required for Kentucky nursing jobs)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nurse experience, including phase 1 recovery
• At least 1 year of ICU nurse experience
• Experience with pediatric patient care (not limited to pediatric PACU)
• Level I Trauma Center experience preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS (PALS may be obtained before start)
• Proficient in arterial line management, ventilated patient care, conscious sedation, dysrhythmia recognition/management, medication reconciliation, and pre/post Interventional Radiology procedures
• Willingness to float within hospital or to affiliate hospitals as needed
• Ability to work rotating start times and stay late 3-4 times per 6 weeks
• 1 reference from a charge nurse or supervisor required at submission
• Local travelers within 75 miles are not accepted

PACU RN Responsibilities – Interventional Radiology

• Deliver pre- and post-procedure nursing care for Interventional Radiology patients in the PACU setting
• Monitor and manage phase 1 recovery and ICU-level patients, including pediatric and adult cases
• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and respond to clinical emergencies
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams: Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and more
• Provide discharge instructions and ensure safe patient transitions
• Float to main PACU for patient recovery after hours as needed
• Participate in orientation, annual modules, and ongoing competency exams
• Maintain compliance with all documentation and regulatory standards

Take the next step in your nursing career with this high-impact PACU RN travel job in Lexington, Kentucky. Apply now to join our innovative healthcare team and make a difference in patient care!

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For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

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