Travel Nurse On Call RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Arcata, CA
World Nurses
5x8 hrs, Nights, On call
Relocation Bonus

Accepting candidates nationwide for immediate openings. Weekly pay with holiday and overtime premiums included. Competitive travel and housing benefits offered.

Job Title: Pre-Op / PACU Registered Nurse

Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Quick Start

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Operative / Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse for a contract assignment. This role provides care to surgical patients in both the pre-operative and post-anesthesia recovery phases.

This position guarantees 40 hours per week. The schedule is Monday through Friday, day shifts, with shared call responsibilities including nights and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative patient assessments and preparation
• Provide immediate post-anesthesia recovery care
• Monitor patients for complications and respond appropriately
• Administer medications and IV therapies as ordered
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical teams
• Document patient care accurately in CPSI/Evident EMR
• Participate in shared on-call rotation

Requirements

• Current and active California Registered Nurse license
• Minimum of 2 years of Pre-Op and/or PACU experience
• Experience in perioperative nursing preferred
• TB clearance completed within 12 months prior to start date

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Additional Information

• No holiday coverage required
• Housing resources may be explored independently (e.g., Furnished Finder, Travel Nurse Housing, local temporary/sublet listings)
• Assignment location is within a 30-mile radius of Arcata, CA