PACU Registered Nurse
Chattanooga, TN
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,885/weekOverview
- Start Date03/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care472 beds
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
- Guaranteed Hours
Description
Start Date: March 16, 2026
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts with call rotations
Highlights:
- 16-bed Post-Anesthesia Care Unit with 1:2 patient ratios
- Work exclusively in PACU – no floating required
- Utilize bedside monitors and arterial lines in a dynamic recovery environment
- Collaborate with anesthesia team on advanced procedures including intubation support
- Documentation via Meditech EMR system
- Strong team culture with excellent collaboration
Requirements:
- Active RN license in Tennessee or compact state eligibility
- Minimum 1 year of ICU or PACU experience required
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- ICU-level skill set and critical thinking abilities
- CCRN and CAPA certifications preferred
- Ability to work independently in an all-RN unit environment (no techs or unit secretaries)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This PACU role offers the perfect blend of critical care expertise and post-operative recovery nursing in a supportive, team-focused environment. You'll work alongside experienced colleagues who value collaboration and excellence in patient care, with the autonomy to utilize your advanced ICU skills in a specialized recovery setting. If you're seeking a stable assignment with no floating requirements and a team that truly works together, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your perioperative nursing career.
Facility
Parkridge Medical Center
Pros
Works around your appointments with your work schedule. Very friendly. Very good hospital
Cons
None

- Short Term Acute Care
- 472 beds
Employer
Revolution Healthcare Services
About Chattanooga, TN
As a Travel PreOp / PACU Nurse in Chattanooga, TN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chattanooga is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Chattanooga experiences average summer highs of around 89°F and winter lows of around 30°F, offering a mix of warm and cool seasons for outdoor activities.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chattanooga, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity among tourists and visitors.
- Chattanooga is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include CARTA buses and a free electric shuttle service in the downtown area.
- Chattanooga has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's flora and fauna.
- The city also has a notable population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities.
- Chattanooga offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art institutions, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, Rock City, and enjoy the waterfront and the Tennessee Aquarium.
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