PACU Registered Nurse
New Orleans, LA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Opportunity

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Supports patients for all major surgical services.
• Unit supports all surgical/procedural populations except patients requiring critical care services.
• Care provided in pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II recovery for both pediatric and adult populations.
• Department covers 34 ORs across 2 floors:

  • 1st floor includes 6 ORs, 2 cysto suites, Pediatric GI/Lithotripsy room, and CT/MRI prep/recovery with a high volume of pediatric patients.
  • 2nd floor includes 28 ORs servicing Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, and Pulmonary Lab cases.
• Candidates should be prepared to care for patients of all ages in pre-op and recovery phases.

Special Procedures & Equipment

• Regional anesthesia
• Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
• Equipment used: Hoyer lift, bladder scanner, Accuvein

Work Schedule & Environment

• Patient ratio: 1:2
• 2-3 scheduled weekends per contract
• Epic electronic health record experience required
• Candidates must be comfortable working with pediatric patients
• May be assigned to an "Emergency Team" during emergency events, requiring extended stay or relief duties as assigned by unit manager

Required Experience & Certifications

• Preferred background in PACU or Pre/Post Op experience
• Required certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Additional Requirements

• Current/valid Driver’s License or government photo ID (color copy)
• Background checks including 7-year criminal background, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, sex offender search, and education verification as applicable
• State nursing license verification (active Louisiana or Compact License required)
• NURSYS license verification
• Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start
• Immunizations and health documentation including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (as applicable)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or completed vaccine series)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or booster)
  • Varicella (titer, vaccine series, or booster)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
• Skills checklist and employment application with 7 years employment history and explanation for gaps

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Summary

This is a 13-week travel Registered Nurse position in a high-volume surgical/procedural unit with a focus on pre-op and post-op care for pediatric and adult patients. Candidates must have PACU or pre/post-op experience, be comfortable with pediatric patients, and hold current ACLS, BCLS, and PALS certifications. The role requires flexibility to participate in emergency response teams as assigned. Epic experience and a 1:2 patient ratio are standard. Comprehensive background checks, licensure, health screenings, and immunizations are mandatory.