PACU Registered Nurse
Lincoln City, OR
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

PACU Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Lincoln City, OR — 13-week travel nursing job for RNs with PACU or critical care experience (BLS, ACLS, PALS). Join a collaborative perioperative team and provide high-quality post-anesthesia care along Oregon's scenic coast.

Job Details

• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (June 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026)
• Setting: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) — post-operative/surgical recovery
• Shift: 8-hour day shifts (07:00 – 15:30), rotating weekends
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,300 – $2,420
• Employment Type: Travel nurse / travel nursing job
• Location: Lincoln City, OR 97367 — Oregon nursing jobs / coastal Oregon healthcare

Job Requirements

• Current, unencumbered Oregon RN license (required upon submission)
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS certification (required)
• AHA ACLS and PALS certifications (required for PACU)
• At least 1 year of previous PACU or critical care experience preferred (travel nurse experience a plus)
• Strong assessments, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring skills

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia in the PACU as a post-anesthesia care nurse
• Manage pain, administer medications, and titrate therapies per protocols
• Observe and document vital signs, airway status, level of consciousness, and patient recovery milestones
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and perioperative teams to ensure safe transitions of care
• Provide patient and family education on post-operative care, discharge instructions, and recovery expectations

Why apply: This PACU nurse travel assignment offers competitive weekly pay, guaranteed hours, and the chance to work in a supportive clinical environment while enjoying Lincoln City's coastal lifestyle. Lincoln City is renowned for its breathtaking Pacific Ocean views, miles of sandy beaches, and vibrant local culture. The city offers a unique blend of outdoor recreation, charming shops, and fresh coastal cuisine, making it an ideal destination for nurses seeking both professional growth and personal adventure. Ideal for PACU RNs and travel nurses seeking Oregon nursing jobs in perioperative care.

Apply now: Submit your resume, active Oregon RN license, and current certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS) to be considered. Join our healthcare team today and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

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