PACU RN
Lewiston, ME
Host Healthcare
3x15 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,507/weekOverview
- Start Date12/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x15 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
RN - PACU
Location: Lewiston, ME Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed)
Assignment Overview
- Unit: Peri Anesthesia (ASU - Same day surgery)
- Beds: 19-bed pre-op/same-day surgery and 12-bed Phase I PACU; both are required in each travel contract
- Patient Ratio: 2:1 average
- Patient Population: All
- Shift: Variable, between 5:00am and 8:00pm (overall variable shifts listed as 5:30AM to 10:00PM)
- Weekend Hours: One every 5-6 weeks
- Call: Yes. Weeknight and weekend call rotations, plus holiday coverage as needed
- Float Requirements: Rarely
- Dress Code: Scrubs provided, unless the SDS permits navy blue
Facility Overview
- 190-bed teaching hospital serving Androscoggin County, Lewiston, and Auburn
- Level III Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency care
- Cardiovascular, cancer, orthopedic, women's and children's, and primary care services
- Joint Commission accredited
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Maine
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (2 years of experience)
- PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience within the last year
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- Experience working with Pediatric patients
- Experience working with Cardiac patients
- Experience working with Spine patients
- Experience in a(n) Ambulatory Care or Outpatient setting
- Experience in a(n) Inpatient setting
- Arterial line management
- Endo/Laparoscopic
- Gyn
- Ortho/Spine
- Ortho/Total joints
Common Diagnoses/Treatments
ENT, general, surgical oncology, ortho, urology, breast, bariatrics, colorectal, plastics. Excludes neurosurgery.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Lewiston, ME
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Lewiston, ME here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Lewiston, ME is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Lewiston experiences average summer highs of around 80°F and winter lows of around 10°F, with significant snowfall during the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lewiston, ME, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.
- Lewiston is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for travel nurses.
- Lewiston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Lewiston offers a variety of restaurants, especially featuring local seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and theaters.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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