Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,112 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours

Life and short-term disability offered

401(k) matching

Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program

Recruiter support

Licensure and CEUs reimbursement

Job summary

A travel nursing agency is seeking a Travel RN PACU position in Hilo, Hawaii. The role requires a valid RN license and experience in post-anesthesia care. Responsibilities include assessing patient recovery, administering treatments, and collaborating with surgical teams to ensure safety and comfort during recovery. This position offers highly competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and other benefits. Join our mission to improve lives and apply now!

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a PACU RN.
• Additional certifications (PALS or ENPC) are preferred.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• PALS certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients post-anesthesia.
• Monitor vital signs and recovery from anesthesia.
• Administer medications and maintain patient safety.
• Collaborate with surgical teams for post-operative care.
• Coordinate handoffs between OR, PACU and post-PACU units
• Operate PACU equipment (ventilators, monitors, pumps)
• Provide discharge education and recovery guidelines to patients and families
• Respond to emergencies following PACU standards and protocols

Skills

Critical thinking

Service excellence

Interpersonal communication

Proficiency in English

Physical abilities (lifting 50-100lbs)

Mental resilience

Visual acuity

Education

Valid RN license

Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification

ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing – Travel RN PACU – Post Anesthesia Care

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Hilo, Hawaii.

Job Details

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/30/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel
• Location: Facility in Hilo, Hawaii
• Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Required Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a PACU RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification
• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary

The PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery. This role involves assessing patient recovery, implementing post-operative care plans, administering treatments, collaborating with the surgical team, and coordinating care for discharging or transporting patients. The PACU RN ensures patient safety and comfort during the critical recovery period, using advanced clinical skills, effective communication, and adherence to professional and regulatory standards.

Essential Work Functions

• Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition
• Monitor and evaluate patient’s vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients
• Observe and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and respond to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions
• Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records
• Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
• Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care
• Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units
• Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Required Essential Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
• Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Benefits Include

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Other Duties Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel PACU RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

*Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer

Fusion Medical Staffing - Nursing Job ID #1876814. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.