PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

Amergis; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards program

Job summary

Amergis in New Bedford, MA is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) for travel assignments. The role focuses on postoperative monitoring, vital signs, and safe awakening from anesthesia.

You must hold an active RN license in the state and meet contract requirements; CPR, ACLS, PALS certifications are often required. The position offers weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Contract duration varies; 36-hour weeks with competitive pay reflects travel staffing needs in healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in the state in which RN is working.
• One year PACU experience preferred
• CPAN or CAPA certification preferred
• ACLS and PALS certification per contract requirements
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Observe and treat patients post-anesthesia in PACU.
• Monitor vital signs and levels of consciousness during waking.

Education

RN licensure

CPAN certification

CAPA certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

CPR certification

Job description

PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: 2709 Week

Hours: 36.00

Location: New Bedford, MA

The post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN cares for patientswho have under gone anesthesia. Thepost-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN is responsible for observing and treating apatient postoperation and making sure that they safely awake fromanesthesia. The post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN must monitor vital signs and levels of consciousness to makesure that the sedation is wearing off properly, there are no adverse reactionsoccurring and patients are regaining consciousness.

Minimum Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the state in which RN is working.
• One year PACU experience preferred
• CPAN (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) or CAPA (CertifiedAmbulatory Perianesthesia Nurse) certification preferred
• ACLS and PALS certification per contract requirements
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Nursing

Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - PACU

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0363

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2709 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-09-18T13:25:44