PACU Registered Nurse
Carbondale, IL
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start Date01/12/2026
- 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 Carbondale, IL
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Carbondale, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carbondale, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carbondale experiences hot summers with average highs around 88°F and cold winters with average lows around 21°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carbondale, IL, and they are relatively easy to find due to the university presence in the area.
- Carbondale is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited but available for those who prefer not to drive.
- Carbondale has a diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the university.
- Carbondale offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports at nearby lakes.
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