PACU RN
Winchester, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,016/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Step into a rewarding PACU RN travel assignment in Winchester, Virginia, a welcoming Shenandoah Valley city known for its historic charm, scenic surroundings, and easy access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and cultural attractions. This travel nursing job is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced post-anesthesia care unit and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care throughout the surgical recovery journey.
Job Details
- Specialty: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Job Title: PACU Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Assignment
- Location: Winchester, Virginia
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Weekly Hours: 36
- Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts
- Weekend Requirement: 1 weekend (Saturday/Sunday) as needed
- On-Call: If needed
- Float Requirement: May float to sister units as needed
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 - $1,890
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in Pre-Op, Post-Op, and PACU nursing
- Current RN license in Virginia or compact state eligibility
- ACLS, BLS, and PALS certification through AHA
- Epic EMR experience required
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work in a high-acuity surgical recovery environment
- Experience caring for patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures
- Monitor vital signs, airway status, pain levels, and overall post-operative recovery
- Support pre-op, post-op, and PACU patient flow with efficient clinical coordination
- Communicate and collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the care team
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in Epic
- Respond quickly to changes in patient condition and escalate care when needed
- Assist with occasional floating to sister units based on patient needs and volume shifts
Apply now to join a supportive healthcare team and take advantage of this PACU nurse travel opportunity in Winchester, Virginia.
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
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About Winchester, VA
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Winchester, VA here's what you should know:- 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.
- Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 23°F to 27°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Winchester, VA, and can be found with relative ease, especially in the downtown area.
- Winchester is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.
- 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.
- 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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