PACU RN
Smyrna, TN
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,774/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Travel RN – PACU
Location
Smyrna, Tennessee
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | Days | 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM | 13-Week Assignment
Key Responsibilities
- Provide post-anesthesia care and monitoring to patients recovering from surgical or procedural sedation
- Assess and manage patient pain, airway, vital signs, and level of consciousness in the PACU setting
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers and surgical teams to ensure safe patient transitions and handoffs
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions
- Participate in on-call responsibilities as required by the department
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Tennessee or through the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
- Minimum of 2 years of PACU nursing experience
- Current BLS certification
- Ability to fulfill on-call requirements as assigned
Preferred Experience / Skills
- ACLS certification
- Prior travel nursing experience in a PACU or perioperative setting
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience in a fast-paced PACU environment through a 13-week travel assignment
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Smyrna, TN
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Smyrna, TN here's what you should know:- Smyrna's cost of living 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 are around 89°F, and winter lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Smyrna, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Smyrna is car-friendly, with a well-developed road network.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Smyrna has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Smyrna offers a variety of restaurants, including local Southern cuisine.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking and fishing, as well as local sports events and community music and arts festivals.
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