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PACU RN
Wilmington, North Carolina
New Hanover Regional Medical Center

$1,539-1,846/week

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Job info

PACU Registered Nurse

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina

Contract

13 weeks

Schedule

Night shift
3x12 hours
7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
36 hours per week

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (2 years of experience)
PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience

Job Details

May recover surgical patients in the ICU setting
Float to overflow areas, typically surgical short stay
Call is once every four weeks
RTO after booking is not allowed
Navy scrubs

Preferred Qualifications

Charge nurse experience
Conscious sedation experience
FHM experience
ICP experience
Telemetry experience
Ventilator experience
ICU background prior to PACU
Pediatric experience

Unit Notes

Phase 1 recovery unit that also receives patients from the OR, EP Lab, Endo, IR, MRI, and ICU
Phase II recovery may also be part of the workflow
New hires receive individualized orientation based on experience and skill level

Facility

New Hanover Regional Medical Center

3.2rating(79 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with New Hanover Regional Medical Center

3.0rating

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Psychiatric
749 beds

ADDRESS2131 South 17th StreetWilmington, NC 28401

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About Wilmington, NC

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

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Wilmington is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.

Transportation

Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.

Demographics

Wilmington has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen from the many trees and plants in the area.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Wilmington.

Things to Do

Wilmington offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic downtown area, visiting museums, enjoying fresh seafood at local restaurants, and engaging in outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing.

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