PACU Registered Nurse
Madison, WI
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

PACU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Madison, WI (Local Hospital)

PACU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Madison, WI: 13-week travel assignment at a local hospital. Require 2+ years PACU/recovery RN experience, Epic charting, and current WI or compact RN license. Competitive travel RN pay.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,120 - $2,230 (Competitive travel RN pay)
• Location: Madison, WI 53718 — Wisconsin nursing jobs / Madison healthcare jobs
• Facility: Local hospital (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit / PACU)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 4, 2026 – August 3, 2026)
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Shift: Day/Evening, Monday – Friday; 10 hour shifts (PACU open 07:00 – 20:00)
• Onsite Perks: Free onsite parking, modern facility amenities, vibrant Madison community

PACU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of acute care PACU / Recovery Room RN experience within the last 3 years (post-anesthesia care & perioperative nursing)
• Travel RN experience required
• Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting experience required
• Active Wisconsin RN license or compact RN license (must be in hand at submission)
• AHA ACLS and BLS certifications required; PALS preferred
• Ability to pass a telemetry test prior to start (identify lethal rhythms; minimum 80% score)
• Experience in community hospital and Trauma Level I/II preferred
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)

PACU / Recovery RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative care in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia, including airway assessment and extubation
• Administer medications and manage IV therapy, including vasopressors and blood products
• Care for ventilated patients and assist in ventilator management as needed
• Interpret and communicate lab values and arterial blood gases (ABGs)
• Document care and maintain accurate patient records using Epic (EHR)
• Float to other units as required based on staffing (perioperative, med-surg support)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, and surgical teams
• Adhere to strict infection control practices and isolation precautions
• Pass a pre-start telemetry exam (identify lethal rhythms and achieve 80% or higher)

Why Join This Travel RN Assignment?

Work at one of the region's most advanced hospitals offering a holistic approach to patient care. This PACU travel RN role is ideal for experienced recovery nurses who want to expand perioperative skills, work with Epic, and enjoy a high quality of life in Madison, WI.

Madison, WI is known for its beautiful lakes, outdoor recreation, thriving arts and food scene, and strong community — making it a top destination for travel nurses and healthcare professionals seeking Wisconsin nursing jobs.

Apply now to be considered for this PACU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) position at the facility. Join our healthcare team today and contribute your PACU/recovery expertise to excellent patient outcomes.

Questions? Contact our recruiter for details on credential submission, start requirements (including telemetry test), and licensing guidance for travel RNs in Madison, WI.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.