PACU RN
Santa Fe, NM
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,380/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Take on a rewarding PACU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Santa Fe, NM, supporting patients in post-anesthesia recovery within a collaborative surgical services team.
Join a dynamic post-anesthesia care unit in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where you’ll provide high-quality perioperative nursing care during a critical phase of recovery. This 13-week travel nursing job offers a steady daytime schedule, meaningful clinical variety, and the opportunity to work in a community known for its scenic mountain backdrop, rich culture, and welcoming Southwest charm.
Job Details
- Position: PACU Registered Nurse
- Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505
- Healthcare Setting: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Surgical Services
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse Job
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Schedule: Days, 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Shift Duration: 10-hour shifts
- Work Schedule: 4 shifts per week
- Hours Per Week: 40
- On-Call: One night call per week
- Weekend Requirement: 2 weekends per month
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,120 – $2,230
- Start Date: ASAP
Job Requirements
- Active New Mexico RN license or current compact state RN license
- Current BLS certification through AHA
- Current ACLS certification through AHA
- Current PALS certification through AHA
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program
- At least 1 year of recent nursing experience preferred; PACU nurse or perioperative nursing experience is a plus
- Strong communication skills and the ability to provide patient-centered care across all age groups
- Comfort working in a fast-paced surgical recovery environment
- Ability to float within surgical services as needed
- Experience using EPIC is helpful
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, efficient, and compassionate care to patients recovering from anesthesia
- Perform initial assessments, ongoing reassessments, and timely nursing documentation
- Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on patient needs
- Monitor patient progress and respond quickly to changes requiring intervention
- Administer appropriate nursing interventions and evaluate patient outcomes
- Support patient and family education throughout recovery and discharge planning
- Carry out point-of-care testing procedures as assigned
- Collaborate closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, and surgical team members
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and patient-focused approach at all times
- Float within surgical services when needed to support patient care operations
Apply now to join this PACU travel nurse opportunity in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and advance your nursing career with a supportive surgical services team.
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 Santa Fe, NM
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Santa Fe, NM here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially in housing and healthcare.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 85°F and low is around 50°F.
- Winter average high is around 45°F and low is around 20°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available, but they may be limited due to the popularity of the city.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- The city is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is convenient for getting around.
- Santa Fe has a diverse population with a mix of Native American, Hispanic, and Caucasian residents.
- The age range is varied, with a significant population of retirees.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
- There is a growing community of travel nurses in the area.
- Santa Fe offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving traditional New Mexican dishes.
- The city is also known for its art galleries, music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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