Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Largo, MD
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
3x12 hrs, Days

Travel PACU Registered Nurse (RN) - Days

💰 Competitive Travel Pay Package Available
📅 Start Date: September 14, 2026
⏱️ Contract Length: 13 Weeks
🕒 Shift: Days, 3x12s (7:30 AM - 8:00 PM)
📋 Weekly Hours: 36 Hours

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment. The PACU RN is responsible for providing specialized post-operative nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia while ensuring a safe recovery and transition through the immediate post-anesthesia period.

The ideal candidate will possess strong critical care assessment skills, extensive knowledge of post-anesthesia recovery, and the ability to quickly recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.

Assignment Details

• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Days
• Schedule: 3x12-Hour Shifts
• Hours: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Unit Size: 16 Beds
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Patient Population: Pediatrics through Geriatrics

Patient Types & Specialties

Patients recovering from procedures including:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Neurological Surgery
• Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Vascular Surgery
• General Surgery
• Thoracic Surgery
• Urology Procedures
• Gynecological Procedures

Essential Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia.
• Observe vital signs, oxygenation, pain levels, and level of consciousness.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Recognize and respond to post-operative complications and adverse reactions.
• Perform comprehensive cardio-respiratory assessments.
• Manage airway support and utilize appropriate respiratory equipment.
• Administer medications and IV therapies according to facility policy.
• Assess and manage patient pain using evidence-based interventions.
• Monitor arterial lines, central lines, and epidural/spinal catheters.
• Provide patient and family education regarding post-operative recovery.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient confidentiality.
• Implement safety measures to protect patients during recovery.
• Carry out medical and surgical aseptic techniques during procedures and treatments.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
• First-time travelers accepted with a strong PACU background
• 3-5 years of PACU experience preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required

Licensure & Certifications

• Active RN License
• BLS Certification
• ACLS Certification
• PALS Certification
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification

Additional Information

• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Holidays: Required as scheduled
• Weekends: 2 weekends per schedule cycle
• Floating: Required within specialty; may rotate to Pre-Op and other units/facilities as needed
• On-Call: Not currently required; future implementation would include advance notice

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a highly skilled PACU nurse with strong critical thinking abilities, excellent communication skills, and experience caring for diverse surgical populations. Candidates should be comfortable working with patients of all ages and managing a wide range of post-operative recovery needs.