Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Paducah, KY
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Looking for a PACU RN travel nursing job in New York? Join a fast-paced Post Anesthesia Care Unit in Binghamton, NY, where your Phase 1 recovery, airway management, and hemodynamic monitoring skills will make an immediate impact.

This travel Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for an experienced PACU nurse seeking a rewarding assignment in upstate New York. Support a diverse surgical patient population while delivering high-quality post-anesthesia recovery care in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.

Job Details

• Position: PACU Registered Nurse (PACU RN)
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
• Setting: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (Phase 1 Recovery)
• Location: Binghamton, NY 13905
• Start Date: August 17, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
• Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts
• Shifts Per Week: 4
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM, with a rotating day off
• On-Call: 1-2 weekday calls per week and every 4th weekend
• Patient Focus: Ortho, general, vascular, pulmonary, OB/Gyn, ENT, neuro, GU, GI, and cath lab procedures

Job Requirements

• Active RN license in the state of practice or compact state eligibility
• Minimum 1 year of PACU experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Dysrhythmia exam required
• Strong critical thinking, clinical assessment, and airway management skills
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and Phase 1 PACU recovery preferred
• Ability to provide care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
• Ability to work in a high-acuity, fast-moving acute care environment

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Phase 1 PACU care for post-operative patients in a hospital setting
• Monitor airway status, oxygen therapy, drips, pain levels, and hemodynamic stability
• Assess patient condition before, during, and after recovery to support optimal outcomes
• Deliver individualized patient care with strong attention to safety, comfort, and recovery goals
• Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Respond quickly to changes in patient status and escalate concerns appropriately
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support smooth patient transitions
• Prepare patients for discharge from recovery or transfer to the appropriate level of care
• Support a culture of teamwork, accountability, and quality patient care

Why Consider This PACU Travel Nurse Job?

• Competitive weekly pay for experienced travel nurses
• Opportunity to build PACU nursing experience in a high-acuity recovery unit
• Travel assignment in Binghamton, New York, with access to a welcoming community and scenic upstate setting
• Experience with a diverse surgical case mix across multiple specialties

Apply now to take the next step in your PACU nursing career and join a team committed to excellent patient care in Binghamton, NY.

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