PACU RN
Nantucket, MA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,394/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a collaborative perioperative team in Nantucket, MA, a scenic island community known for its coastal beauty, welcoming atmosphere, and lively seasonal energy. This PACU RN travel assignment is an excellent fit for a skilled Registered Nurse who enjoys delivering high-quality post-anesthesia care in a supportive, fast-paced surgical environment.
Job Details
- Position: PACU Registered Nurse (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN)
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,130 - $2,250
- Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
- Shift Schedule: 5 day shifts, 8 hours each, with variable start times
- On-Call: Nights, weekends, and holidays as needed; approximately one weekend every three weeks
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Location: Nantucket, MA 02554
- Housing: Shared housing provided at no cost
Job Requirements
- Active Massachusetts RN license
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- At least 1 year of recent PACU, perioperative, or circulating nurse experience preferred
- Scrub and circulate experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work variable start times and participate in call coverage
- Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability in a surgical care setting
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, attentive post-anesthesia recovery care to surgical patients in the PACU
- Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and overall recovery progress
- Support patient throughput and collaborate closely with the OR team and clinical staff
- Assist with scrub and circulate duties as needed in the perioperative setting
- Document patient care accurately and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
- Help maintain excellent patient flow while delivering compassionate care during all assigned shifts and call coverage
Apply now for this rewarding travel RN job in Nantucket, Massachusetts and join a team committed to exceptional patient care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Nantucket, MA
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Nantucket, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Nantucket is significantly higher than the national average due to its status as a popular summer destination.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows can drop to 20-30°F.
- Short term rentals can be challenging to find and may come at a premium due to high demand during the summer season.
- Nantucket is not very car-friendly due to limited parking and traffic congestion during peak tourist seasons.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and shuttles.
- Nantucket has a diverse population with a mix of residents and seasonal visitors.
- The age range varies, with a significant portion of retirees.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and sun-related conditions.
- Nantucket attracts a large population of travel nurses during the summer months.
- Nantucket offers an array of seafood restaurants, art galleries, museums, and outdoor activities such as fishing, sailing, and whale watching.
- The island also features public parks and gardens for leisurely strolls.
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