Travel PACU & Pain Management Nurse
Amarillo, TX
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs
$1,852/weekOverview
- Start Date01/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
About the Position
Specialty: Registered Nurse – PACU
Experience: Minimum 2 years of recent PACU or critical care experience required
License: Active State or Compact RN License
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (all with expiration dates)
Must-Have: All time-off requests must be submitted with the initial application
Description:
Seeking an experienced PACU RN to provide post-anesthesia care for patients recovering from surgery. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, managing pain, assessing recovery, and responding to emergencies as needed.
This is a 12-hour shift role with potential floating within similar acuity areas. Call, weekend, and holiday rotations may apply. Compliance onboarding typically takes 4–6 weeks. Voice advantage and nurse manager interviews required. Shifts must be made up in case of callouts.
Requirements
Required for Onboarding:
- Active RN License
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Employer
Prime Staffing
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About Amarillo, TX
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:- Amarillo's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.
- Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Amarillo has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dusty climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Amarillo.
- Amarillo offers a variety of activities, including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants in the Route 66 District.
- Visitors can enjoy live performances at the Amarillo Little Theatre and explore museums such as the Amarillo Museum of Art and the Texas Air & Space Museum.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the botanical gardens, local zoo, and Thompson Memorial Park for walking, biking, and other recreational activities.
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