Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Rocky Mount, NC
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,187/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job Title
Registered Nurse – PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)
Location
Rocky Mount, NC | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | 10–12 hour shifts (alternating weekly) | Expected 40 hours/week | 4x10 schedule | Shift start 0645 with on-call requirement
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinically competent post-anesthesia nursing care to patients recovering from surgical and procedural interventions
- Monitor and assess patients in the PACU setting, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition
- Deliver care across the general unit population with a focus on patient safety and recovery outcomes
- Participate in on-call responsibilities as required by the department schedule
- Collaborate with the surgical services team to ensure continuity and quality of perioperative care
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- 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
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience in a PACU setting
- Experience with endoscopy (ENDO) procedures and patient care
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work within a well-established surgical services department in a supportive clinical environment
- Engage in a dynamic, fast-paced specialty setting with varied shift structures
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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