PACU RN
Plano, TX
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,701/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 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
Travel RN – PACU
Location
Plano, TX | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Days | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Key Responsibilities
- Provide post-anesthesia care and monitoring to patients recovering from surgical or procedural interventions
- Assess and manage patient pain, airway, hemodynamic stability, and level of consciousness in the PACU setting
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe patient transitions
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing interventions
- Fulfill expected weekend call shift obligations, with approximately 3 weekend call shifts per month
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license valid in the state of Texas (or compact license eligibility)
- Minimum of 1 year of PACU nursing experience
- Current BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- Ability to commit to a 13-week travel contract beginning in October 2026
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior travel nursing experience in a PACU or perioperative setting
- Familiarity with post-anesthesia scoring systems and recovery protocols
- Experience managing a diverse surgical patient population across multiple service lines
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced PACU environment at a well-established acute care facility in the Dallas–Fort Worth area
- Supportive travel nursing placement with a dedicated team to assist throughout your 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 Plano, TX
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Plano, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Plano is slightly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- However, the wages in Plano generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 94°F, and the average low in winter is around 34°F.
- Short term rentals are fairly easy to find in Plano, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Plano is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system connecting to Dallas.
- Plano is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Plano.
- Plano offers a wide range of activities including world-class shopping, dining, museums, recreational opportunities, historic downtown with unique shops, street events, seasonal activities, art festivals, and the colorful Plano Balloon Festival.
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