Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Rocky Mount, NC
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,187/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse – PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)
Location
Rocky Mount, NC
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Full-Time | Onsite | Days | 10–12 hour shifts (alternating weekly) | 4x10s, 40 hours per week | Shift start 6:45 AM with call requirement
Key Responsibilities
- Provide post-anesthesia nursing care to patients recovering from surgical procedures
- Monitor and assess patient condition following anesthesia, identifying and responding to changes in patient status
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols
- Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe patient transitions and continuity of care
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner
- Participate in on-call responsibilities as required by the unit schedule
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
- Prior PACU or post-anesthesia care nursing experience
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience in a surgical services or perioperative nursing environment
- Demonstrated ability to function competently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced clinical setting
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work within a well-established surgical services department serving a regional patient population
- Contract position offering schedule consistency with day shift hours in a specialized clinical setting
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 Rocky Mount, NC
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Rocky Mount, NC here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 89°F and low of 69°F.
- Winter average high of 51°F and low of 31°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, local art galleries, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.
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