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PACU RN

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 6 weeks Facility Type: Short Term Acute Care (672 staffed beds) Scrub Color: Navy blue

Schedule

Shift: Day (3x12 hours): 9:00 to 21:30 or 11:00 to 23:30
Hours: 12 per day, 36 guaranteed per week
Ratios: Days 1:2, Nights 1:2
Weekends: Will work weekends as needed per department needs
On-call: Not required
Block schedule: Not accommodated
Return-to-office restriction: 5 days

Float Scope

May float within scope to Pre-op, PACU, and Phase II

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Minnesota
PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (2 years of experience)
PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience within the last year
ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or RQI
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or RQI
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or RQI
Experience working with Orthopedics patients
Experience with ventilators
Post-op recovery of gynecologic surgery patients
Post-op recovery of general surgery patients
PACU proficiency with spine patients
Ability to care for hemodynamically unstable patients in phase I recovery
Skills checklist: Required annually
Competency: Medication test/pharmacology competency exam; competency exam
Licensure: Primary source verification of license required

Candidate Eligibility

First-time travelers: Accepted
Pending license: Accepted
Local candidates: Not accepted (within 100-mile radius)

Onboarding Requirements

Background: Criminal background check within 1 year of start; EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 1 year of start
DHS clearance (Minnesota): Required before start. The MN DHS NetStudy Questionnaire must be completed immediately after signing. Candidates cannot start with fingerprints pending and must have a clearance letter, a "more time needed" letter, or a DHS NetStudy Clearance Exemption.
Physical exam: Within 12 months prior to start
Tdap: Required, administered after age 11; declinations not accepted; exemptions considered
TB: 1 PPD or TSpot/QFT within 12 months of start, or chest X-ray if history of positive TB; negative TB symptom screen
Measles, mumps, rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; negative or equivocal titers require a booster before start
Hepatitis B: Positive IgG titer, proof of 3-dose series, or signed declination
Varicella: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccines; negative or equivocal titer requires 2 boosters
Drug screen: 9-panel or instant test, within 1 year of start
OSHA respirator clearance (RespSafety): Required before start for fit testing
Pre-orientation modules: 3 to 9 hours; must be completed within 72 hours of receiving login, and clearance depends on completion
Badge photo: Passport-style headshot on file within 48 hours of signing

Facility

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

4.1rating(89 reviews)

9 nurses recommend working with Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Anonymous

ED - Emergency Department (RN)

5.0rating

Pros

Travel friendly, night shift rocks laid back. No holding patients all night

Cons

There was one doctor that was a little anti nurse

Review of Abbott Northwestern Hospital on Sep 5, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
662 beds

ADDRESS800 East 28th StreetMinneapolis, MN 55407

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About Minneapolis, MN

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Minneapolis, MN here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.

Weather

Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.

Transportation

Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.

Demographics

Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.

Things to Do

Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.

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