PACU RN
Wichita, KS
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,016/weekOverview
- Start Date09/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a fast-paced Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Wichita, KS, and bring your critical thinking, calm focus, and patient-first approach to a supportive recovery environment. This travel RN job offers a 13-week assignment in a welcoming Midwest community with affordable living, city conveniences, and easy access to dining, parks, and everyday amenities.
Job Details
- Specialty: PACU / Post-Anesthesia Care Unit / Recovery Room
- Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Location: Wichita, KS 67214
- Start Date: 09/22/2026
- End Date: 12/22/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour days
- Shift Time: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800 - $1,890
- On-Call: Required with a 30-minute response time
Job Requirements
- Active RN license
- Minimum 1 year of current acute care hospital PACU RN experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Experience working in a busy hospital recovery room or PACU setting
- Comfortable using Meditech preferred
- Flexible with scheduling and able to adapt to unit needs
- Strong communication skills and a calm, patient-focused approach
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and compassionate post-anesthesia recovery care to surgical patients
- Monitor vital signs, assess recovery progress, and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
- Support patients recovering from procedures such as craniotomies and orthopedic cases
- Collaborate with the surgical and perioperative team to ensure smooth patient transitions
- Document care accurately in the electronic medical record
- Maintain a professional, steady presence in a high-acuity recovery environment
- Participate in on-call coverage as assigned
Apply now to explore this PACU RN travel nursing opportunity in Wichita, Kansas.
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 Wichita, KS
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Wichita, KS here's what you should know:- Wichita's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, while winter lows can dip to around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Wichita, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Wichita is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wichita has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wichita offers a vibrant food scene with diverse cuisine options.
- It also has a thriving arts and entertainment district in Old Town, featuring theaters, live music venues, and a variety of shops, bars, and clubs.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, gardens, and recreational activities.
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