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Hilo, Hawaii

Contract

PACU nurses care for patients after surgery, including pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II recovery.

Variable shifts
Shifts may be 8, 10, or 12 hours
Days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays may be assigned
On-call 0-3 times per month, including 8-hour night and 24-hour weekend/holiday call
No guarantee of hours or shift preference

Flu vaccination or an approved medical or religious exception is required before contract start
Meditech is used in the unit
Candidate must arrive the Thursday before start for employee health appointment on Friday

Facility

4.2rating(62 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with Hilo Medical Center

Anonymous

Med Surg (RN)

4.0rating

Review of Hilo Medical Center on Aug 17, 2026

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ADDRESS1190 Waianuenue AvenueHilo, HI 96720

Cost of Living

Hilo's cost of living is higher than the national average, primarily due to the high cost of housing.
Wages may not match up with the higher cost of living, so it's important to budget accordingly.

Weather

Furnished Housing

Transportation

Demographics

Hilo has a diverse population, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include sun-related conditions due to the tropical climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Hilo due to its healthcare facilities and natural attractions.

Things to Do

Hilo offers a vibrant food scene with restaurants like Café Pesto, Ken's House of Pancakes, and Hilo Bay Café.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as snorkeling, surfing, and hiking.
The city also hosts attractions like Rainbow Falls, the Big Island Chocolate Festival, and the Hilo Farmers Market.

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