PACU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs
$1,708/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration24 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
5 nurses recommend working with Prime Staffing
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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