PACU | RN

GHR Healthcare; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 128,310 - 131,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency seeks a PACU Registered Nurse for a locum tenens role in Bloomington, Illinois. You will work in a Cardiac Cath Lab Recovery Room, caring for cardiac patients with a focus on work-life balance. Candidates must hold an active Illinois RN license and have 2-3 years' experience in a similar role, along with BLS and ACLS certifications. This contract offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of recent experience in Cardiac Cath Lab or PACU.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Admit and recover cardiac and angio patients.
• Work collaboratively with a second RN in the recovery room.
• Utilize Epic EMR for charting and Pyxis for medication management.

Skills

Active Illinois RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Experience in Cardiac Cath Lab or PACU

Experience with Epic EMR

Experience with Pyxis medication systems

Job description

Overview

PACU Registered Nurse – Locum Tenens in Bloomington, Illinois. Advance your nursing career in a Cardiac Cath Lab Recovery Room, caring for cardiac and angio patients. Locum tenens assignment in Bloomington (61701) with a supportive environment and strong work-life balance.

Key Details

• Location: Bloomington, Illinois (61701)
• Facility: Cardiac Cath Lab Recovery Room (5-bay recovery area)
• Position Type: Locum tenens / travel nursing contract
• Start Date: October 13, 2025
• End Date: January 12, 2026
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Weekly Hours: 36-40
• Shift: 8 or 9-hour day shifts (4x9s); Call: one weeknight and every 4th weekend
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week (excluding orientation)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2820 - $2900

Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• ACLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum 2-3 years of recent experience in Cardiac Cath Lab or PACU
• Experience with Epic EMR and Pyxis medication systems preferred
• Ability to pass a drug screen

Responsibilities

• Admit and recover cardiac and angio patients, including outpatient TEE and cardioversion procedures
• Work collaboratively with a second RN in the recovery room
• Maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 in the PACU
• Utilize Epic EMR for charting and Pyxis for medication management
• Adhere to procedural protocols and wear provided scrubs
• Participate in unit-specific training and orientation with a dedicated preceptor
• No floating to other hospital departments

Apply

Apply now to join our Bloomington, Illinois healthcare team as a PACU Registered Nurse. Take the next step in your nursing career with this locum tenens opportunity.

Benefits

• 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing RNs and other healthcare professionals in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. We partner with you through a dedicated career advisor, connect you with opportunities, and strive to deliver competitive salaries and benefits. Explore opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.