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

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Interventional Radiology Prep/Recovery at a leading Level I Trauma Center in Lexington, KY. This travel nursing job offers an exciting opportunity for experienced post-anesthesia care nurses to provide high-quality clinical support to diverse patient populations, including pediatric and adult patients, in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Key Job Details – PACU RN Travel Nursing in Lexington, KY

• Location: Lexington, Kentucky (40536) – Discover Kentucky nursing jobs in a vibrant city known for its horse country, rich history, and welcoming healthcare community.
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1800-$1840
• Assignment Length: 8-10 weeks (potential for extension)
• Start Date: December 2, 2025
• End Date: January 27, 2026
• Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts weekly (rotating start times: 6:00am, 7:00am, or 8:00am)
• Hours per Week: 36
• On-Call: 2-3 call shifts per 6-week schedule (weekday/weekend call required)
• Unit: Interventional Radiology PACU (Prep/Recovery)
• Patient Population: Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics

PACU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Compact RN or Kentucky Registered Nurse license (required at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nursing experience, including phase 1 recovery
• At least 1 year of ICU nurse experience
• Experience caring for pediatric patients (not limited to pediatric PACU)
• Level I Trauma Center experience preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; PALS required prior to start (can obtain after offer)
• Proficient in arterial line management, ventilated patient care, conscious sedation, dysrhythmia recognition, medication reconciliation, and pre/post Interventional Radiology procedures
• Ability to float within hospital or to affiliate hospitals as needed
• Reference from a charge nurse or supervisor required at submission
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccines required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Local travelers within 75 miles not accepted

PACU RN Responsibilities – Interventional Radiology

• Deliver comprehensive pre- and post-procedure nursing care for Interventional Radiology patients in the PACU
• Monitor phase 1 recovery and ICU-level patients, including pediatric and adult populations
• Administer conscious sedation and manage arterial lines and ventilated patients
• Provide discharge instructions and perform medication reconciliation
• Respond to scheduled call shifts, including after-hours and weekends
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy)
• Float to main PACU as needed for patient recovery
• Complete required onboarding, orientation, and annual competency modules

If you are a skilled PACU Registered Nurse seeking travel nursing jobs in Kentucky and passionate about patient-centered care, apply now to join our healthcare team in Lexington, KY!

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