Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Seaside, OR
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
5x8 hrs

Advance your nursing career with a high-demand travel PACU Registered Nurse (RN) job in Seaside, Oregon (97138). Join a leading healthcare team at a critical access hospital, delivering expert care in a combined Pre-Anesthesia and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. Experience the best of Pacific Northwest nursing jobs while enjoying Seaside’s scenic coastline, vibrant community, and abundant outdoor recreation. Apply now to join our healthcare team!

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Seaside, Oregon (97138) – Premier Oregon healthcare destination with stunning beaches and a welcoming atmosphere
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN), On-Site
• Start Date: December 22, 2025
• End Date: March 2, 2026
• Duration: 10-week contract
• Shift: 4x10-hour day shifts (Monday–Thursday, 06:30–17:00)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,240 – $2,400
• On-Call: Up to 2 days per week, including some weekends (Friday 06:30 – Monday 06:30 rotation)
• Float: Required within the hospital and to affiliate hospitals nearby
• Charting System: Epic EMR
• Scrub Color: Any color (OR/L&D provided)
• Parking: Free onsite
• Vehicle: Reliable vehicle required for travel nurse assignment

PACU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Oregon RN license (pending license accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU and Pre-Anesthesia nursing experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Proficiency with Epic electronic charting system
• Experience in both pre-op and PACU (post-anesthesia care unit) settings
• Ability to float between hospital units and affiliate healthcare facilities
• Reliable vehicle required for travel nursing jobs
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
• Community hospital experience preferred

PACU RN Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive perioperative and post-anesthesia nursing care in a blended pre-anesthesia and PACU department (Phase I, Phase II, Extended Care)
• Assess, monitor, and manage patients before and after surgery using advanced clinical judgment and nursing interventions
• Administer medications, perform pain assessments, and provide detailed discharge instructions
• Obtain operative/procedural consent, conduct pre-op assessments, and deliver patient education
• Interpret lab values, follow infection control and isolation protocols, and implement malignant hyperthermia protocols as needed
• Participate in on-call rotations and float to other units or affiliate hospitals as required
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including respiratory therapy, rapid response, and interpretation services
• Accurately document all patient care in Epic EMR
• Care for a diverse patient population including adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics
• Support a variety of surgical cases including general, ophthalmic, gynecology, orthopedic, C-sections, and endoscopy

Discover the ideal combination of professional growth and coastal living with this PACU Registered Nurse travel job in Seaside, Oregon. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views, a supportive healthcare environment, and endless outdoor activities. Apply now to secure your next travel nursing assignment in one of Oregon’s most sought-after healthcare destinations!

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With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

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