Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Winchester, VA
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

$2,240/week
Posted 8 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date08/24/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,240/week

Description

PACU Registered Nurse Travel Job in Winchester, VA

Join a dynamic surgical care team in Winchester, Virginia, as a PACU Registered Nurse traveling for a 13-week assignment. This post-op and pre-op nursing opportunity lets you apply your perioperative nursing skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while enjoying the scenic beauty, historic charm, and easy access to the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains.

Job Details

  • Position: PACU Registered Nurse
  • Employment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nursing Assignment
  • Setting: Surgical pre-op / PACU / perioperative care environment
  • Location: Winchester, VA 22601
  • Start Date: 08/24/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 10-hour day shifts, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
  • Weekend Requirements: None
  • On-Call Requirements: None
  • Float Requirements: May float to sister units and on-campus surgery settings based on patient volume and unit needs

Job Requirements

  • Active Virginia RN license
  • ACLS and BLS certifications
  • Minimum 2 years of pre-op admission experience
  • Strong experience using Epic EMR
  • Excellent IV skills strongly preferred
  • Experience supporting a surgical patient population from pediatrics to geriatrics
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-based care environment

Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, efficient nursing care for pre-op admissions and perioperative patients
  • Complete patient assessments, verify readiness for surgery, and prepare patients for the next phase of care
  • Monitor patients closely and respond quickly to changes in condition
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation in Epic EMR
  • Assist with IV placement and other pre-procedure nursing tasks as needed
  • Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and support teams to ensure smooth patient flow
  • Float to related surgical units as needed to support case volume and unit needs
  • Deliver compassionate patient care while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism

Apply now for this PACU Registered Nurse travel job in Winchester, Virginia, and take the next step in your travel nursing career.

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #504726. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Winchester, VA

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Winchester, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Winchester, VA, is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 23°F to 27°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Winchester, VA, and can be found with relative ease, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
  • Winchester is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.
Demographics
  • Winchester has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural beauty.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Winchester offers a variety of activities including historic landmarks, museums, a thriving downtown with shops and restaurants, and the annual Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival that celebrates the region's apple orchards.
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