RN - PACU

Cynet HealthStaff; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PACU in California. This 13-week assignment requires a CA RN license, 2+ years PACU/Pre-OP experience, and pediatric PACU proficiency. Shift is 4x10 hours with start times 05:30–07:30, and you may float between Pre-OP and PACU.

ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications are required; weekend shifts are not mandatory. This role emphasizes high-volume acuity with pediatric patients, including special needs cases, and travel-friendly terms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of patient care experience required.
• Active California RN license required.
• ACLS, BLS, PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Float between Pre-OP and PACU as needed.
• Manage high patient census and priorities in PACU.
• Weekend shifts are not required.

Skills

PACU experience

Pediatrics care

Pre-OP experience

Phlebotomy

Attention to detail

Job description

RN - PACU

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 10 hours

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience required

License: Active California RN license required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS required

Must-Have:

• Pediatric PACU experience is required.
• Knowledge of inpatient and outpatient care guidelines is necessary.
• Experience working in both Pre-OP and PACU is mandatory.

Description:

This position requires a Registered Nurse to work in the PACU.The shift will be 4x10 hours with variable start times from 05:30 to 07:30.Start dates are available on specific dates.First-time travelers are accepted for this role.Call requirements will involve 3-4 shifts per 6-week schedule.The nurse will be required to float between Pre-OP and PACU as needed.Weekend shifts are not required.Patient age groups include pediatrics, infants, adolescents, and adults.The daily census typically involves high patient volumes.The nurse should manage up to 18 pre-op and 18 post-op patients.Preferred experience includes working with trachs and performing phlebotomy.Advanced skills in managing various types of pediatric patients will be essential.The role emphasizes the need for experience with special needs children, including those on trachs, vents, and G-tubes.The unit will not routinely take intubated patients.A high volume of patients is expected, especially during peak times.